A Penhold racket is assembled slightly different than a shakehand racket in the following ways: It features rubber on only one side of the racket as a Penhold player will traditionally use the same side of the racket to execute both a forehand as well as a backhand shot. It has a shorter handle than shakehand rackets. It is better suited for a Penhold style player because there is a gap above the handle where the fingers rest offering a more comfortable grip. The racket head is slightly wider and/or elongated compared to the head of a shakehand racket offering an even weight distribution.