The Blade SW102 Autograph pays tribute to Serena’s relentless pursuit to cement her legacy as an unrivaled champion on the court and as a transformative inspiration for many generations to come. The racket's design includes a gloss gold trim at the tip and a host of inspirational words on the inside of the throat that describe Serena's incredible journey to stardom. Serena tasked Pro LABS with creating a racket that increased control without sacrificing her legendary power - the result is a frame with a slightly smaller head size for added feel. Racket also features Countervail for reduced vibrations and arm-friendly comfort. DESIGN INSPIRATION: The SW102’s cosmetic design is all about Serena. There are multiple design cues on the frame speaking to Serena’s story, including a combination of signature black and Serena’s favorite color, gold, a “Be Seen. Be Heard.” call-out inside the frame, and perhaps the most interesting design element…a statement inside the throat of the racket speaking to those Serena wants this racket to represent. The statement reads: This is a celebration of one woman - and every woman; on and off the court. It’s about the greatest-of-all-time record breaker – and all breakers of chains, boundaries, limitations, obstacles, and everything that stands in the way of fierce women bent on a mission to meet their highest aspirations. This is for all indomitable mothers, daughters and sisters, resilient business women and entrepreneurs, outsiders and underdogs, little girls with crazy dreams and unflinching women of color. This is about women who defy odds, about overcomers from humble beginnings. Women who work hard for everything they get, women who give no less than 100%. This is for women who believe in something. Strong women who believe in themselves or those who won’t stop until they do. This is for women who turn fear into courage and doubt into confidence.”