Tennis Strings

Tennis strings at Central Sports. Polyester, multifilament and natural gut strings from Luxilon, Babolat, Wilson and more. Shop tennis string sets and reels online with fast UK delivery.

The right string changes how your racket plays: power, spin, control, comfort and how long the tension lasts. Choose a string type that suits your swing, then have it fitted through our tennis restringing service. Also see our tennis rackets, badminton strings and the best tennis rackets guide.

Tennis string FAQs

What is the best tennis string for a beginner?

Most beginners and club players are well served by a multifilament string, which is softer and more comfortable on the arm, or a soft co-polyester if you want more control. If you are unsure, ask our team and we will match a string to your racket and game.

Polyester, multifilament or natural gut: what is the difference?

Polyester gives control and durability for players who swing hard. Multifilament offers comfort and power at a more forgiving feel. Natural gut has the best feel and tension stability but is the most delicate. Many players combine two types in a hybrid set-up.

How often should I restring my tennis racket?

A common rule of thumb is to restring as many times a year as you play per week, and sooner if the string feels dead, loses tension or breaks. Heavier hitters and spin players usually need to restring more often.