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Finding the right tennis racquet in Bangkok is more straightforward than first-time visitors expect. The city has a healthy mix of specialist independent retailers, major chain sports stores, and brand-dedicated showrooms — plus most large courts have an on-site shop. This guide covers the verified options with store-by-store detail on location, what they stock, and practical tips.
Where to Buy Tennis Racquets in Bangkok — Overview
Bangkok's tennis equipment retail landscape breaks into four categories: specialist independent shops, major chain retailers, brand showrooms, and court-based shops. For the best selection of premium brands (Wilson, Babolat, HEAD, Yonex), specialist shops and the Babolat official store are the best starting point. For value gear and beginners racquets, Decathlon is consistently recommended by the Bangkok tennis community.
Specialist Independent Tennis Shops
Forheads
Address: Sukhumvit Soi 13, BangkokBTS: Nana (a few minutes walk)
Hours: Monday to Saturday 08:30–17:30 (closed Sundays)
Website: forheads.co.th
Brands: HEAD — official authorised distributor
Forheads is the official authorised distributor of HEAD racquets in Bangkok. Located off Sukhumvit Soi 13 near the Nana BTS station, it is one of the most BTS-accessible specialist tennis shops in the city. The shop stocks the full HEAD range — Radical, Extreme, Speed, and Prestige series — alongside bags, strings, and accessories. Hours are Monday to Saturday only.
Futuresports
Address: Sukhumvit Soi 49, BangkokBTS: Thong Lo (a few minutes walk)
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 09:30–18:00 (closed Mondays)
Facebook: Futuresports Bangkok
Sports: Tennis, badminton, squash
Stringing: Yes
Futuresports on Sukhumvit Soi 49 is a specialist multi-racquet-sport retailer covering tennis, badminton, and squash. The shop offers racquet restringing — a service that is harder to find than you might expect in Bangkok. If you need strings replaced rather than a new racquet, this is one of the main options. Check their Facebook page for current stock and hours.
Brand Official Stores
Babolat Official Store at Thephasadin Stadium
Location: Thephasadin Stadium, BangkokBTS: National Stadium (Silom Line, short walk)
Brand: Babolat — official Thailand store
Stock: Full Babolat range: racquets, strings, shoes, bags, apparel
Babolat has an official branded store inside Thephasadin Stadium, close to the National Stadium BTS station on the Silom Line. This is the go-to destination for anyone looking for the latest Babolat models — Pure Drive, Pure Aero, Pure Strike series — at official pricing. As the official Thailand retail outlet it carries the broadest Babolat range in the country.
The stadium location also makes it easy to combine a visit with a look at the courts nearby. Exact opening hours were not publicly available at the time of writing — check via Babolat Thailand on Instagram (@babolatthailand) before visiting.
Yonex at Central Plaza Bangna
Location: Central Plaza Bangna, BangkokHours: Monday to Friday 10:30–21:00; Saturday to Sunday 10:00–21:00
Brand: Yonex showroom
Facebook: Yonex Thailand
Yonex has a showroom inside Central Plaza Bangna on Bangna-Trat Road in south-east Bangkok. If you are based in Bang Na, Srinakarin, or the eastern suburbs, this is the most convenient Yonex access point. Hours are generous (open until 21:00) and the mall location means easy parking and transport.
Chain Sports Retailers
Decathlon
Locations: Multiple stores across Bangkok — see decathlon.co.thBrands: Artengo (own brand) plus select international brands
Stringing: Yes — available in-store
Best for: Beginners, budget buyers, accessories, shoes
Decathlon stores in Bangkok carry a full range of tennis equipment under their own Artengo brand alongside Wilson, Babolat, and Head products. Pricing is competitive — Artengo racquets start from under 1,000 THB for recreational players. Decathlon is one of the few retailers in Bangkok that offers in-store racquet stringing. Multiple Bangkok locations (Minburi, Lat Krabang, Bangna, Ratchada among others) — check decathlon.co.th for the nearest store.
Supersports
Locations: Multiple locations in malls across Bangkok — see supersports.co.thBrands: Wilson, Babolat, HEAD, Yonex
Best for: Broad brand selection, convenient mall locations
Supersports is Thailand's major sports retail chain with stores in most large shopping malls in Bangkok. The tennis section stocks the main international brands. Pricing is standard retail rather than discounted, but the mall locations make it the most accessible option for visitors without time to seek out specialist shops.
Court-Based Shops
Le Smash Club Shop
Location: 989 Sukhumvit 42, Phra Khanong area, BangkokBTS: Ekkamai or Phra Khanong
Brand: HEAD racquets and tennis apparel
Le Smash Club in Ekkamai operates an on-site shop stocking HEAD racquets, bags, shirts, and shorts. Convenient if you are already at the club for court hire or coaching. Stock is limited compared to the specialist shops but useful if you need gear quickly before a session.
Cozy Tennis Club Shop
Location: Cozy Tennis Club, Phra Khanong / Prawet, BangkokHours: 07:00–22:00 daily
BTS: Udom Suk
Website: cozytennis.com
Cozy Tennis carries tennis equipment in their club shop alongside court hire services. The long daily hours make it a convenient option for players who need kit before or after a session.
Practical Tips for Buying Tennis Equipment in Bangkok
- Prices are broadly comparable to global retail. Internationally branded racquets in Bangkok are unlikely to be significantly cheaper than in your home country. Local Artengo / Decathlon gear is the better value at the budget end.
- Stringing services: Available at Decathlon and Futuresports. If your strings break during a Bangkok trip, these are the main options. Same-day turnaround is not guaranteed — plan ahead.
- Tennis balls: Available at all retailers above plus most convenience stores near tennis clubs. Wilson and Penn balls are most commonly stocked.
- Tennis shoes: All chain retailers above stock tennis shoes. For brand-specific selection, Forheads and the Babolat official store are the most specialist options.
Quick Reference — Bangkok Tennis Racquet Shops
| Shop | Location | Nearest BTS | Brands | Stringing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forheads | Sukhumvit Soi 13 | Nana | HEAD (official) | Confirm directly |
| Futuresports | Sukhumvit Soi 49 | Thong Lo | Multi-brand | Yes |
| Babolat Official Store | Thephasadin Stadium | National Stadium | Babolat (official) | Contact store |
| Yonex showroom | Central Plaza Bangna | — | Yonex | Contact store |
| Decathlon | Multiple locations | Various | Artengo + major brands | Yes |
| Supersports | Multiple malls | Various | Wilson, Babolat, HEAD, Yonex | No |
| Le Smash Club | Sukhumvit 42, Ekkamai | Ekkamai | HEAD gear | No |
Shop information sourced from the Luma Health Bangkok Tennis Equipment Guide (2021), brand social media, and community sources. Hours and stock may have changed — confirm directly before visiting.
