Wilson Blade vs P98 - Which Fits Modern Tennis Better? | Karue Sell

Karue Sell returns to the podcast for one of our favorite conversations yet.
We discuss why modern athletes might be too accessible, whether Wimbledon should ban phones like The Masters, and how social media may actually be hurting professional tennis players.
Karue also breaks down why the internet distorts success in sports, the problem with “optimization culture,” and why years of boring work matter more than viral mindset hacks.
We also dive into:
- Tommy Paul and athlete “mystique”
- Why some players should stay off social media
- Tennis culture vs golf culture- The psychology of pressure and being present
- Federer, Nadal & the difference between old-school stars and modern athletes
- Wilson rackets, the P98, and pro gear changes
- Why pro tennis players obsess over tiny details
- How confidence, luck, and momentum actually work in tennis
Enjoy the episode and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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00:00 Intro
00:22 Moutet Pantsed Himself in the Challenger
03:14 Karue is Taking Over the Show Today
05:35 Karue on Wilson Blade vs P98 (Python)
10:24 Should Wimbledon BAN Phones?
19:26 Should Pro Athletes Avoid Social Media?
29:58 Has Social Media Distorted How People Understand Excellence
43:42 Importance of Coming Back to the Present
48:29 Has Social Media Distorted Our View of Past Legends
52:25 How Much of Success is Luck?
55:55 Patreon Questions
56:39 Karues Specs - What Did Tecnifibre Tell Karue about Changing the Grip Shape?
59:01 New Wilson US Open Ball is Way Better Than Before
1:00:12 Over or Underrated: Walking Dogs on the Beach?
1:01:18 Could John Isner Still Be Pro Today?
1:04:07 Could Nothing Major Guy Be Top 40 in Dubs in 12 months?
1:08:06 Trivia