Wilson Bela Pro v2 Padel Racket

Belasteguin played professional padel for over twenty years and his fingerprints are all over the Bela Pro v2. This is not a diamond, despite Wilson positioning it at advanced players — it is a teardrop with a medium-high balance, and that shape decision is the key to how it actually plays.

The Spin Effect Technology on the face is more than marketing. The textured surface noticeably grabs the ball compared to a smooth carbon weave, and topspin lobs and kick serves come out heavier than you expect from a teardrop. The Infinity Core is a softer EVA than what Adidas or Nox put in their flagship diamonds, which means more dwell time on the strings and a more forgiving sweet spot. You can feel the ball compress slightly before it leaves.

In doubles, the v2 plays like a control racket disguised as an attacker. You can place balls into corners with surprising accuracy at the net, and the medium-high balance lets you get the head around quickly on volleys. What you give up is raw smash pace — this is not a Metalbone or an AT10 in terms of put-away power.

Ideal player is the 4.0+ player who values placement and spin variety over pure pace, especially players who came from tennis and want a teardrop that rewards a longer swing. Avoid if you are looking for a banger to end points with one big smash.

UK retail through Pure Racket Sport and Padel Nuestro UK sits around £230, which is reasonable for a signature pro stick from a mainstream brand.