Babolat · Padel racket
Babolat Viper (2026)
Advanced
The Babolat Viper (2026) is a diamond-shaped padel racket weighing 370 g (13.1 oz), with a hard foam core (X-EVA core, Carbon 3K face). Its diamond shape and high balance point maximise power when attacking.
It is aimed at advanced players with reliable technique (roughly UTR 8–10).
Specifications
- Shape
- Diamond
- Weight
- 370 g
- Balance
- High
- Foam hardness
- Hard
- Core
- X-EVA
- Face
- Carbon 3K
- Recommended level
- Advanced
Playing profile
Power
10
Control
7
Spin
8
Comfort
5
Manoeuvrability
6
Strengths
- Big power when attacking and smashing
- Excellent spin potential
Worth knowing
- Demanding on the arm — avoid if you are prone to elbow pain
- Hard foam: only worth it if you hit with real pace
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