{"product_id":"dunlop-sports-australian-open-ao-extra-duty-tennis-balls","title":"Dunlop Sports AO Extra Duty Tennis Balls 24 Can Case (72 Balls) Australian Open tournament-grade, extra-duty felt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dunlop Sports Australian Open AO Extra Duty tennis balls are tournament-grade, extra-duty felt balls engineered to deliver consistent bounce, lasting pressure retention, and a crisp Grand Slam feel across all court surfaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for competitive play and official tournament use, these Dunlop AO Extra Duty balls are the same specification used at the Australian Open. They combine a premium rubber core with an extra-duty felt for improved durability on hard and synthetic courts while maintaining predictable flight and touch for serves, rallies, and volleys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these balls perform during intense matches?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AO Extra Duty construction prioritizes consistency and resilience so performance remains stable through extended play. Players report reliable bounce and a steady feel from the first serve to long exchange rallies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra-duty felt designed for abrasion resistance on hard courts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePressurized core for dependable initial bounce\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUniform seam and felt application for predictable flight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat surfaces are these balls best suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough engineered to excel on hard and acrylic courts, these balls are formulated to perform well on all common court types. The extra-duty felt slows wear on abrasive surfaces without compromising playability on clay or grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimized felt for hard-court durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStable bounce across synthetic and natural surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for practice, tournaments, and club play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long do these tennis balls stay playable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDunlop’s manufacturing focuses on pressure retention and felt longevity to extend useful life compared with standard practice balls. Longevity varies with usage intensity, but the case packaging preserves unopened cans until needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePressurized cans protect balls before first use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra-duty felt resists pilling and abrasion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurability geared toward tournament and competitive training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose a case of 24 cans instead of single cans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying a full case of 24 cans (72 balls) delivers cost savings and ensures a ready supply for clubs, leagues, coaches, or event organizers. Bulk purchasing also reduces the number of shipments and keeps consistent balls on hand for practices and matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e72 balls per case for sustained training or event needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLower per-ball cost compared with single cans\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConvenient for teams, academies, and tournament supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Players, coaches, and tournament organizers who need match-quality, durable tennis balls will appreciate the Dunlop Australian Open AO Extra Duty. If you run a club, train competitive juniors, or host regular events on hard courts, this case delivers consistent, professional-level balls that stand up to heavy use while preserving the feel and control expected at high levels of play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are these balls pressurized and match-quality?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the Dunlop AO Extra Duty balls are pressurized and built to tournament specifications for consistent match play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the extra-duty version suitable for clay courts?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: They perform well on all surfaces but are optimized for hard courts; you can use them on clay, though wear characteristics differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Dunlop Sports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48031096996001,"sku":"B0C15W2S9C","price":320.16,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/dunlop-australian-open-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791422732","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/dunlop-sports-australian-open-ao-extra-duty-tennis-balls","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}