DHS Q968 Hurricane King National is a top-tier, limited-edition table tennis blade crafted by the Chinese manufacturer Double Happiness (DHS) specifically for elite players, closely associated with Chinese national team star Wang Chuqin. Designed for high-level offensive play, this blade ensures a perfect balance between power and control, making it ideal for advanced and professional players who prioritize speed, spin, and precision in short to mid-range rallies. ITTF-approved, the DHS Q968 stands out with its 5+2 layered construction, featuring five wood layers and two inner carbon fiber layers near the core, delivering a solid feel, exceptional spin potential, and explosive power. The blade boasts high speed (103/100, approximately 12.9/20), strong control (93/100, approximately 11.6/20), and stiff elasticity, making it an excellent choice for players seeking elite performance, particularly for forehand topspin strokes and precise backhand blocks. As a national-level blade, the DHS Q968 is produced in limited quantities and primarily intended for professional players, making it highly valued by both athletes and collectors. The DHS Q968 Hurricane King National is the champion’s choice, embodying Wang Chuqin’s playing style and DHS’s craftsmanship.

Key Features:

• Blade Type: Offensive++ (OFF++)

• Layers: 7 layers (5 wood + 2 carbon fiber): wood (inner and outer layers), carbon fiber (2+6, near the core)

• Weight: Approximately 90g

• Thickness: 6.0mm

• Speed: 103/100 (~12.9/20 on the general scale)

• Control: 93/100 (~11.6/20 on the general scale)

• Elasticity: Stiff

• Accuracy: 9.5/10

• Trajectory: 9.0/10 (medium-high, suitable for topspin and attacking shots)

• Technologies: 5+2 layer construction with inner carbon fiber layers, optimized for Wang Chuqin’s playing style

• Origin: China

• Certifications: ITTF-approved

• Playstyle Suitability: Aggressive offensive play, topspin drives, counterattacks, precise blocks, close-to-table and mid-distance play

The DHS Q968 Hurricane King National distinguishes itself with its advanced construction, explosive power, and balanced feel, tailored for professional offensive players:

• Layer Composition: The blade consists of five wood layers reinforced with two inner carbon fiber layers near the core. This structure provides a firm yet controllable feel, excellent spin generation, and high power. The carbon layers enhance the catapult effect, while the wood layers add stability and touch sensitivity. Compared to the DHS S968 Hurricane King National (~90g, ~12.8/20 speed, 94/100 control), the Q968 offers slightly higher speed and marginally lower control while maintaining a similar solid feel optimized for Wang Chuqin’s style.

• Explosive Power: The inner carbon fiber layers deliver a strong catapult effect, ideal for fast topspin shots, attacking plays, and counterattacks. Compared to the Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC (~86g, ~12.8/20 speed, ~93/100 control), the DHS Q968 offers comparable speed but a slightly heavier weight (~90g), contributing to a more solid feel, especially in forehand strokes. Against the Donic Zhang Jike Original Carbon (~86g, ~12.6/20 speed), the Q968 is faster and more powerful.

• Responsive Feel: The combination of wood and carbon fiber ensures excellent feedback, allowing players to precisely sense ball contact. This is particularly important for accurate backhand blocks, serves, and return shots. Compared to the Stiga Clipper CR (~90g, ~12.2/20 speed), the DHS Q968 provides greater speed and a firmer feel while maintaining high accuracy.

• Weight and Balance: The moderate weight (~90g) and 6.0mm thickness ensure an optimal balance between speed and control, suitable for both forehand and backhand strokes. The blade is slightly heavier than the Butterfly Timo Boll ALC (~86g), making it ideal for players seeking a solid yet maneuverable racket. The 6.0mm thickness adds extra stiffness compared to the DHS S968 (5.9mm), enhancing the catapult effect.

• Handle Design: Available in various handle types (FL, ST, AN) to accommodate different grip styles. Water-based glue (e.g., DHS No.15 Glue) is recommended for rubber attachment. The blade is durable, but protective edge tape (e.g., DHS Edge Tape) is advised to prevent damage.

Technical Specifications & Playing Characteristics:

• Speed (103/100, ~12.9/20): The DHS Q968 is an extremely fast blade, ideal for topspin drives, attacking shots, and counterattacks near the table or from mid-distance. Compared to the DHS S968 Hurricane King National (~12.8/20 speed), the Q968 is slightly faster with a stronger catapult effect. Against the JOOLA PROLine ONE (~12.0/20 speed), it offers significantly higher speed, perfect for aggressive attackers.

• Control (93/100, ~11.6/20): The wood and carbon fiber layers provide good control, especially for topspin shots, blocks, and returns, though they demand strong technique. Compared to the Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC (~11.7/20 control), the Q968 has slightly lower control but higher speed. Against the Donic Zhang Jike Original Carbon (~11.9/20 control), it offers marginally less control but greater power.

• Elasticity (Stiff): The stiff flex, reinforced by inner carbon layers, ensures powerful acceleration and stability. Compared to the Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive (medium stiffness), the DHS Q968 is firmer, delivering more power.

• Accuracy (9.5/10): High precision allows players to place the ball exactly where intended, particularly for topspin shots and precise backhand blocks. The carbon layers reduce shot dispersion, ensuring consistency.

• Trajectory (9.0/10): Medium-high arc, optimized for topspin and attacking shots. Compared to the DHS S968 Hurricane King National (8.9/10), the Q968 has a slightly higher trajectory, facilitating powerful mid-distance shots. Blocking remains stable, suitable for active blocks.

Playing Aspects:

• Topspin Drives (9.7/10): Exceptionally effective for topspin shots, especially forehand loops against backspin, thanks to the carbon-wood construction that ensures explosive power and spin. The high arc suits dominant rally play.

• Blocking (9.2/10): Highly effective for blocking topspin shots close to the table, particularly on the backhand side, absorbing energy while maintaining stability. The wood layers aid passive and active blocking but require precise technique.

• Push Shots (9.1/10): Enables precise pushes against backspin or dead balls, especially with tacky rubbers like DHS Hurricane 3 Neo.

• Counter-Hitting (9.5/10): Ideal for fast counterattacks near the table or mid-distance, leveraging the carbon catapult effect and wood precision.

• Smashing (9.4/10): Effective for flat hits, generating fast, accurate trajectories with high power.

• Serves & Receives (9.3/10): Allows precise serve control, particularly with tacky rubbers, and excels in passive (9.3/10) and active (9.2/10) receives due to its solid feel.

• Flick Shots (9.3/10): Banana flicks are easily executed thanks to the carbon-wood synergy, ensuring accuracy and power.

Rubber Compatibility:

The DHS Q968 Hurricane King National pairs well with various rubbers, especially tacky and hard ones that complement its speed and spin:

• DHS Hurricane 3 Neo (2.15mm, ~40–42° sponge): Maximizes spin and control, ideal for forehand attackers (mirroring Wang Chuqin’s setup).

• Donic BLUEGRIP J-1 (2.3mm, ~50–52° sponge): Delivers extreme speed and spin, suited for forehand play.

• Donic BLUEGRIP J-2 (2.0mm, ~47–50° sponge): Balances speed and control, ideal for backhand.

• Butterfly Tenergy 05 (2.1mm, ~36° sponge): Enhances speed and spin, great for topspin play.

• XIOM Jekyll & Hyde C57.5 (2.1mm, ~57.5° sponge): Provides explosive power for advanced players.

Recommended setup: Tacky/hard rubbers for forehand (e.g., DHS Hurricane 3 Neo 2.15mm) and slightly softer rubbers for backhand (e.g., Donic BLUEGRIP J-2 2.0mm) to maintain balance and control.

Additional Information:

The DHS Q968 Hurricane King National is engineered based on DHS’s expertise and Wang Chuqin’s requirements, emphasizing the 5+2 layered construction with inner carbon for power, spin, and precision. Compared to the DHS S968 Hurricane King National, the Q968 offers slightly higher speed and stiffness due to its 6.0mm thickness, making it even more aggressive. Against the Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC, it is marginally heavier but delivers similar speed and slightly less control, optimized for elite players. Users praise its "explosive power," "exceptional spin," and "pinpoint accuracy," though the stiff flex demands strong technique, especially in passive strokes. As a limited-edition product, the Q968 is highly sought after by collectors and professionals, particularly due to its association with Wang Chuqin. The blade is long-lasting, but edge protection and regular cleaning are recommended. ITTF-approved, the DHS Q968 Hurricane King National is eligible for high-level competition and perfect for advanced/professional attackers seeking power, spin, and precision.

Who Should Use the DHS Q968 Hurricane King National?

This blade is designed for players pursuing elite performance:

• Advanced/professional offensive players: Those seeking a fast blade with strong catapult effect, tailored to Wang Chuqin’s style.

• Aggressive attackers: Players emphasizing forehand topspin, precise backhand blocks, counterattacks, and explosive near/mid-table play.

• Close-to-table and mid-distance players: Effective for topspin rallies, blocks, and counters.

• Serve & receive specialists: Enables precise serves (9.3/10) and excels in passive (9.3/10) and active (9.2/10) receives.

• Power seekers: Optimal for those prioritizing power, spin, and accuracy.

Advantages of the DHS Q968 Hurricane King National:

• Speed (12.9/20): Extremely high, ideal for topspin, attacks, and counters.

• Control (11.6/20): Strong for topspin and blocks, though technique-dependent.

• Elasticity (Stiff): Ensures explosive catapult and stability.

• Accuracy (9.5/10): Minimizes shot dispersion.

• Inner carbon layers: Boost power and spin.

• Wood construction: Provides a solid yet controllable feel.

• Limited edition: Exclusive quality and collectible value.

• Premium build: ITTF-approved for high-level competition.

Compared to the DHS S968 Hurricane King National, the Q968 offers slightly higher speed and stiffness, catering to aggressive attackers. Against the Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC, it is slightly heavier but matches its speed and precision. The DHS Q968 Hurricane King National is ITTF-approved, competition-ready, and ideal for advanced/professional offensive players emphasizing power, spin, and accuracy. Its 5+2 layered construction and optimization for Wang Chuqin’s style guarantee exceptional performance and feel. The DHS Q968 Hurricane King National—power, precision, and a champion’s legacy!

DHS Q968 (Hurricane King National)

DHS Q968 (Hurricane King National)

DHS Q968 (Hurricane King National)