Whether you’ve just invested in a high-end Yonex Astrox or found a great deal on a Nanoray, verifying its authenticity is the first step to ensuring you get the performance you paid for. Counterfeit rackets often mimic the look of the real thing but fail the "serial number test" under closer inspection.

Pro Tip: If the code looks too perfect and white, like it was printed by a home inkjet, walk away.