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Wilson Champion's Choice Hybrid
Wilson Natural Gut (mains) + Luxilon ALU Power Rough (crosses)
Performance ratings
Overview
Wilson Champion's Choice Duo combines Wilson's premium natural gut with Luxilon ALU Power Rough for Roger Federer's signature hybrid setup. The unmatched comfort and power of natural gut pairs with the control and spin potential of polyester. Federer uses Natural Gut in the mains and ALU Power Rough in the crosses for a softer feel and superb playability. Power and control were rated outstanding by reviewers - kick serves, flat winners, and baseline exchanges all felt great.
Best for
- Advanced juniors seeking pro-level setup
- All-court players wanting power + spin
- Those who can afford premium stringing
- Roger Federer fans
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious families
- Heavy string breakers
- Beginners or intermediates
- Wet conditions
Pros
- Federer's exact setup
- Outstanding power and control balance
- Great comfort from gut mains
- Good spin from ALU Power Rough crosses
- Premium playing experience
- Near-ideal balance of all playing characteristics
Cons
- Very expensive ($38-42/set)
- Natural gut vulnerable to conditions
- Notching can occur relatively quickly
- Buying separately saves $10 per setup
Stringer notes
Standard setup: Gut mains at 52-56 lbs, crosses 2 lbs lower. Handle gut carefully. For more durability, can flip (poly mains).
Break-in period
Minimal. Plays great from start.
When to replace
When notching appears or gut frays. 10-15 hours typically.
Hybrid setup ideas
- This IS a hybrid - gut mains + poly crosses
- Can reverse for more durability (poly mains)
Used by
Roger Federer (career-long), Many ATP/WTA players
Specifications
- Type
- Hybrid
- Construction
- Wilson Natural Gut (mains) + Luxilon ALU Power Rough (crosses)
- Gauges
- 16
- Colors
- Natural/Silver
- Set price
- $38–$42
- Brand
- Wilson (USA)
Sources & reviews
Data verified January 2025. Something wrong? Send a correction.
- Specs: Wilson Official
- Pricing: Tennis Warehouse
- Review: Tennis Warehouse Review
- Review: Tennis Companion Review