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July 28, 2026

Top Padel Rackets for Women in 2026

Padel is the fastest-growing racket sport in the UK, and women's padel is leading the charge — from Saturday morning club leagues to weeknight ladders. But your game is only as good as the racket in your hand. The wrong shape, weight, or balance can hold back even the sharpest tactical player, while the right one turns hesitant shots into confident winners. We've gone through the Padel Boost range and picked five standout rackets for women players in 2026, each one crowned the best in its category — whether you're just picking up a paddle for the first time or you're chasing your first tournament trophy. Every racket below is in stock and ready to ship, so once you've found your match, it could be in your kit bag by the weekend. 🏆 Best Overall: Bullpadel Vertex 05 W Racket If you want the racket that pro players trust, this is it. The Bullpadel Vertex 05 W was developed hand-in-hand with professional player Delfi Brea specifically for women's play, and it shows in every shot. Bullpadel calls it "a game without limits," and at 350–360g with a diamond shape and Fibrix hybrid glass-carbon face, it delivers serious attacking power without sacrificing the control you need at the net. This is a genuinely advanced-level racket — CurvAktiv technology and the three-layer MultiEVA core work together to give you explosive smashes and pinpoint volleys in the same swing. If you're ready to stop adapting your game to your racket and start playing to your full potential, this is the one. Now £211.00 (was £279.99) Shop the Bullpadel Vertex 05 W Racket → ⚡ Best for Power & Attacking Play: NOX Ventus Hybrid 12K Lite Love finishing the point at the net? The NOX Ventus Hybrid 12K Lite is built for players who want to dictate rallies. Part of NOX's 2026 Luxury collection, its teardrop shape and 12K carbon fibre hitting surface generate serious pop off the strings, while the MLD Black Eva core keeps the feel firm and predictable so your attacking shots actually land in. At just 355–365g with a medium balance point, it's light enough to whip through fast exchanges but stable enough to hold up when the ball comes back hard. This is a professional-level racket for players who are done playing it safe and ready to go on the offensive. Now £213.00 (was £299.99) Shop the NOX Ventus Hybrid 12K Lite → 🛡️ Best for Control & Arm Comfort: Royal Padel Whip Light 2025 Precision over power — the Royal Padel Whip Light 2025 is a racket built for players who win points through placement, not brute force. With a control rating of 10/10 and 9/10 vibration absorption, it's the racket we recommend most for anyone nursing (or avoiding) elbow and shoulder strain, without giving up the crisp, soft feel Royal Padel is known for. The redesigned DMND Spin Rough surface bites into the ball for extra spin, and the ultra-soft polyethylene core with aluminized fiberglass keeps every shot exactly where you aim it. If your game is built on consistency, drop shots, and rallies that never seem to end in your opponent's favour, this is your racket. Now £198.00 (was £226.00) — low stock Shop the Royal Padel Whip Light 2025 → 🌱 Best for Beginners: NOX X-One Silhouette Padel Racket 2026 New to padel? Start with a racket that forgives your mishits, not one that punishes them. The NOX X-One Silhouette 2026 has an enlarged sweet spot that keeps off-centre shots on the court instead of in the net, plus a lightweight, stable build that makes it easy to control from your very first session. It's suited to every level, which means it'll keep up with you as your game develops — you won't outgrow it after a few months. Add in the sleek grey-and-white finish and a genuinely accessible price point, and it's the easiest way to get started without compromising on quality. £74.00 — low stock, get yours before it's gone Shop the NOX X-One Silhouette Padel Racket 2026 → 💷 Best Value for Intermediate Players: HEAD Radical Team Padel Racket Proof that you don't need to spend big to play smart. The HEAD Radical Team 2026 is built for tactical, intermediate-to-advanced players, with a soft fiberglass face for a comfortable, controlled feel and a low balance point that makes it effortless to move between defence and net play. HEAD's Auxetic 2.0 technology and upgraded Control Foam give you honest feedback on every shot, so you always know exactly what your racket is doing — no surprises, just consistent, confident padel. At this price, it's the smartest upgrade for players ready to move beyond a beginner racket. Now £120.00 (was £175.00) Shop the HEAD Radical Team Padel Racket → How to Pick Your Perfect Racket As a quick rule of thumb: round-shaped rackets (like the Royal Padel Whip Light) favour control and are the most forgiving on your arm; teardrop shapes (like the NOX Ventus Hybrid and HEAD Radical Team) balance power and control; and diamond shapes (like the Bullpadel Vertex 05 W) put power first for players ready to attack. If you're not sure where you land yet, the NOX X-One Silhouette's all-levels design is the safest place to start. Whichever category matches your game, every racket above is in stock at Padel Boost and ready to help you serve, smash, and volley your way through the 2026 season. Browse the full range and find the racket that's going to change how you play.

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June 22, 2026

From Beginner to Pro: The Full Black Crown Padel Range at Padel Boost

Black Crown is one of the most respected padel brands in Spain — and now the full range is available right here in the UK at Padel Boost. Whether you're just picking up a padel racket for the first time or you're a seasoned club player looking for a serious upgrade, there's a Black Crown built for your game. In this guide we'll walk you through every racket in the range, break down who each one is for, and point you to the accessories that complete your kit — all with current pricing and honest recommendations. What Is Black Crown? Black Crown is a Spanish padel brand with roots in high-performance racket engineering. They're known for building rackets that blend premium materials — carbon fibre, Alucarbon, EVA cores — with precise engineering. The result is a range of rackets trusted by club players and competitive tournament players alike across Europe. Their approach is simple: every racket in the lineup is built around a specific playing profile. That means there's no filler. Whether you want all-round versatility, attacking power, or beginner-friendly comfort, there's a Black Crown model designed exactly for that purpose. Black Crown Padel Rackets: Full Range Breakdown The Black Crown collection at Padel Boost covers four rackets spanning beginner through to advanced level. Here's everything you need to know about each one. 1. Black Crown Piton 14 Global — Best All-Round Racket Price: £159 £216 — Save 26% The Piton 14 Global is the headline act of the Black Crown range, and for good reason. It's the evolution of one of the brand's most successful racket families — refined over multiple generations into something that works brilliantly for almost every type of player. The racket uses a round shape with 3K Carbon faces and Black Crown's Low Density Piton Glass technology for excellent comfort and a stable, predictable ball output. The SC Black EVA 15° core sits right in the middle of the power-control dial — it's neither too soft nor too firm, which means you get controlled defence from the back of the court and enough punch to put volleys away at the net. The Sandspin rough surface deserves a special mention. It dramatically increases the grip the strings get on the ball, making it easier to generate spin without changing your technique. If you've been struggling to add variety to your game, this alone is worth the upgrade. Shape: Round Weight: 355–370g Frame: Aero Carbon tubular carbon Core: SC Black EVA 15° Surface: Sandspin (rough, spin-enhancing) Power / Control: 50% / 50% Best for: All levels seeking a dependable all-court racket → Buy the Black Crown Piton 14 Global — £159 (was £216) 2. Black Crown Gladius — Best Hybrid Racket for Intermediate & Advanced Players Price: £139 £173 — Save 19% The Gladius is where Black Crown gets serious about versatility. It's a hybrid shape — sitting between round and diamond — which opens up more of the frame as a hitting zone while still giving you the manoeuvrability you need for quick exchanges. The construction is standout: Flat 18K Alucarbon and unidirectional carbon fibre give the Gladius exceptional stiffness and responsiveness. When you strike the ball cleanly, the feedback is immediate and satisfying. The Gladius Core Balance system fine-tunes the weight distribution across the frame, which makes it feel lighter in the hand than the spec sheet suggests. The 5D Extra Spin rough surface is one of the best in this price range. Combined with the Medium EVA Black core, you get a racket that can generate heavy topspin on drives and still play precisely when you need touch at the net. Shape: Hybrid Weight: 350–370g Frame: Flat 18K Alucarbon + unidirectional carbon fibre Core: Medium EVA Black Surface: 5D Extra Spin (rough) Technology: Gladius Core Balance system Best for: Intermediate to advanced players wanting all-court performance with serious spin → Buy the Black Crown Gladius — £139 (was £173) 3. Black Crown Piton — Best Racket for Advanced Players Price: £125 £156 — Save 19% The Piton (not to be confused with the Piton 14 Global above) is the choice for experienced players who want a hard, precise racket that rewards clean technique. It's a round shape with a firm feel — built to translate aggressive, technical play into results on court. The frame is 80% carbon fibre with a double tubular construction, making it one of the more durable rackets in the range. The outer core layers up reinforced fibreglass with a carbon fibre layer, and the inner core is a medium-hard, high-density EVA — a combination that gives the Piton its signature firm touch and excellent power transfer. This is the racket chosen by Enric Sanmartí, former number one player in the Catalan Padel Federation. That tells you everything about who this is made for: players who want to dominate with accuracy and aggression, not players still finding their footing. Shape: Round Weight: 365–375g Frame: Double tubular, 80% carbon fibre Core: Medium-hard, high-density EVA Touch: Hard Power / Control: 95% / 100% Best for: Advanced and expert players who rely on technical, aggressive play → Buy the Black Crown Piton — £125 (was £156) 4. Black Crown Rebel — Best Beginner Padel Racket Price: £63 £78 — Save 19% If you're new to padel or buying a first proper racket for someone just getting started, the Rebel is the one. It's forgiving, comfortable, and affordable — without feeling cheap. The round shape and low balance create a large, generous sweet spot. Mishits that would punish you on a stiffer racket are absorbed here. The Fiberflex fibreglass faces give a soft, cushioned feel, and the SSW White EVA core does a good job of absorbing vibration — something that matters a lot in longer sessions or for players who haven't built up their arm strength yet. At £63, it's one of the best-value entry-level padel rackets on the market from a respected brand. It won't hold you back as you improve, and you won't need to replace it anytime soon. Shape: Round Weight: 355–370g Faces: Fiberflex fibreglass Core: SSW White EVA (soft, vibration-absorbing) Balance: Low (large sweet spot) Best for: Beginners and improvers looking for comfort and consistency → Buy the Black Crown Rebel — £63 (was £78) Which Black Crown Racket Is Right for You? Not sure which to go for? Here's a quick guide: Just starting out? → Black Crown Rebel (£63). Forgiving, comfortable, great value. Club player, all-round game? → Piton 14 Global (£159). The best all-rounder in the range. Intermediate player wanting more spin and attack? → Gladius (£139). Hybrid shape, serious spin technology. Advanced player, technical and aggressive? → Piton (£125). Hard touch, maximum control and power. Black Crown Accessories: Complete Your Kit A good racket is only part of the picture. Here's what else Black Crown offers at Padel Boost. Black Crown Magic Backpack — Burgundy/Gold Price: £51 £56 — Save 8% A stylish, well-organised padel backpack in a striking Burgundy and Gold colourway. It holds up to two rackets, has a dedicated shoe compartment at the base, a suitcase-style opening with a rigid protective lid, and padded shoulder straps for comfortable all-day carry. Great for players who want a premium bag without going to the full hard case price point. → Buy the Black Crown Magic Backpack — £51 Black Crown Wonder Pro Hard Padel Bag Price: £78 For players who need serious protection for their rackets — particularly when travelling between clubs or tournaments — the Wonder Pro hard bag is the answer. A premium hard-shell case that keeps your gear safe on the move. → Buy the Black Crown Wonder Pro Hard Bag — £78 Black Crown Pro Balls Black Crown's professional padel balls are approved for competitive play, pressure-loss resistant, and work well on all court types. Available as a single tube of 3 for £6 or as a triple pack (9 balls) for £15 — the better value option if you're playing regularly. Black Crown Win Global Pack — Bundle Deal Price: £113 Want to kit out fully in one go? The Win Global Pack bundles together key Black Crown gear at a combined saving. Good option if you're buying your first proper padel setup. → Buy the Black Crown Win Global Pack — £113 Why Buy Black Crown from Padel Boost? Padel Boost is a specialist UK padel retailer — we only stock gear we'd actually use ourselves. Every Black Crown product in our range ships via Royal Mail Tracked 24/48, and we offer free delivery on orders over £70 and a 30-day returns policy if anything isn't right. You can browse the full Black Crown collection here, or explore the rest of our range including padel bags, padel balls, and padel accessories.

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June 14, 2026

British Padel Is Going Global: The Full FIP World Rankings for GB Players

Padel is booming in Great Britain, and the FIP world rankings are starting to reflect it. A growing group of British players are now competing on the international stage, earning ranking points at FIP-sanctioned events around the world. This page tracks every GB-registered player currently ranked by the FIP with active points. Rankings are updated on the 1st of each month, so you can follow progress throughout the year. What Are the FIP Rankings? The FIP (International Padel Federation) rankings are the official world rankings for padel. They cover both the professional circuit (Premier Padel, Cupra FIP Tour) and amateur international events. Points are earned at FIP-sanctioned tournaments worldwide. Any player who has competed at a recognised FIP event will appear here, from grassroots national open level right up to the top of the game. With padel growing rapidly across Great Britain, the number of ranked British players has been climbing steadily. Every name on this list represents the country on the world stage. Great Britain’s Ranked Players The table below shows all 124 GB-registered players with active FIP ranking points, sorted by ranking position. The Position Change column shows movement in world ranking position (not points) versus last month’s snapshot. 🇬🇧 Great Britain: FIP World Rankings Last updated: August 2026 · 124 GB players ranked Women World Rank Player FIP Points Position Change #97 Catherine Rose 493 +3 #101 Aimee Gibson 480 +4 #139 Tia Louisa Norton 274 +1 #179 Lisa Rachel Phillips 174 -9 #229 Abigail Tordoff 106 +44 #240 Laura Jackson 99 +28 #309 Rosie Quirk 67 +65 #318 Olivia Çiftçi 64 +22 #329 Chloe De La Mare 61 +74 #375 Eloise Tait 48 +8 #446 Abby Ombler-Truran 35 +14 #480 Sian Payne 31 -11 #557 Alice Keddie 24 +148 #557 Victoria Nicholas 24 +635 #601 Lucy Jones 21 -33 #624 Christina Smith 20 -27 #654 Claudette Gilhespie 18 -36 #654 Jasmine Dedakia 18 +110 #654 Amiina Bakunowicz 18 +110 #745 Helen Crook 15 -40 #811 Hanna Maddock Gamez 13 -243 #811 Sophie Bray 13 -47 #811 Kace Bartley 13 -47 #811 Rosie Pooley 13 +126 #935 Marilena Christoforou 10 -57 #935 Kristin Price 10 -57 #935 Megan Ward 10 -57 #1002 Gabriella Hay 8 -65 #1002 Sabrina Stevens 8 -65 #1002 Kerry White 8 -65 #1002 Daisy Maclean 8 -65 #1002 Wendy Hunt 8 -65 #1180 Victoria Davies 7 -25 #1185 Sarah Lochrie 6 -24 #1231 Hayley Halsall-Randall 5 -39 #1231 Penny Sloman 5 -39 #1231 Aimee Connolly 5 -39 #1231 Molly Walsh 5 -39 #1231 Emily Young 5 -39 #1231 Alex Oelmann 5 -39 #1231 Gabrielle Paul 5 -39 #1231 Charlotte Atkinson 5 -39 #1231 Jo Waugh 5 -39 #1523 Emily Thompson 3 +19 #1523 Sonia Smith 3 +19 #1523 Natasha Forrest 3 +19 #1523 Clare Clarke 3 +19 #1523 Lillian Eileen Trafford 3 +19 #1523 Caroline Saker 3 +19 Men World Rank Player FIP Points Position Change #173 Christian Medina Murphy 329 +27 #272 Louie Harris 144 +4 #276 Alexander Loughlan 142 +20 #296 Cameron Dollimore 131 +13 #305 Theodore Garton 125 +21 #359 Jaime Lobo Wordsworth 99 +63 #404 Ethan Bardo 78 -32 #564 Samuel Jones 44 +59 #575 Jake Bewley 43 +38 #624 Nikhil Mohindra 38 +66 #635 Ben Phillips 37 -55 #664 Sam Macneil 35 +132 #680 Charlie Götke 34 +223 #718 Chris Salisbury 31 +115 #744 Josh Gilbert 29 +33 #819 Christos Doroclis Erics 25 +182 #874 Alfonso Patacho 22 +204 #899 Oliver Quarry 21 +53 #1029 Oliver Hayday 16 -52 #1075 Ryan Wyatt 15 -98 #1124 Tom Farquharson 14 -306 #1124 Oscar Bazaley 14 -46 #1124 Adit Patel 14 -46 #1124 Rio Hanif 14 -46 #1175 Vincent Bakunowicz 13 +135 #1175 Cameron Gomes 13 +287 #1260 Liam De La Mare 12 +450 #1260 Aaran Eastwood 12 +1024 #1368 Colin Marshall 10 -239 #1368 Jules Bakunowicz 10 -58 #1368 Luke Power 10 -58 #1368 Craig De Silva 10 +482 #1448 Benedetto Campione 9 -53 #1448 Benjamin Oakes 9 +780 #1448 Jon Southern 9 +836 #1448 Aston Deva Nix 9 +836 #1519 Callum Ward 8 +765 #1519 Scott Clayton 8 +765 #1733 Benjamin Coeulle 7 +1111 #1733 Gareth Nicol 7 +1111 #1785 Stan Hunt 6 -75 #1785 Connor Taylor 6 -75 #1785 Steven Zahui 6 -75 #1785 Hayden Kalinins 6 +359 #1933 Calvin Wyatt 5 -271 #1933 Elliot Selby 5 -83 #1933 James Southwood 5 -83 #1933 Edward Tandy 5 -83 #1933 Sergey Yelnik 5 -83 #1933 Olly Cull 5 -83 #1933 Michael Tolman 5 -83 #2324 Maniel Bains 4 -96 #2367 Tommy Smith 3 -657 #2367 Maximilian Brent 3 -657 #2367 Craig Stewart 3 -83 #2367 George Derisley 3 -83 #2367 David Lawrenson 3 -83 #2367 Chris Hinds 3 -83 #2367 Mikel Suarez 3 -83 #2367 Ash Karia 3 -83 #2367 Joshua Kashdan 3 -83 #2367 Edward Stoner 3 -83 #2367 Thomas Reynolds 3 -83 #2367 Macaulay Halford Croasdale 3 -83 #2929 Alasdair Owers Bradley 2 -85 #2929 Andrew Brigham 2 -85 #2929 Simon Garforth-Bles 2 -85 #2929 Ryan Storrie 2 -85 #2929 George Weller 2 -85 #2929 Oliver Darbyshire 2 -85 #2929 Tom Craig 2 -85 #2929 Alex Ward 2 -85 #2929 Darren McMullen 2 -85 #2929 Thomas Saunders 2 -85 #2929 Ewan Ramsden 2 -85 Source: padelfip.com (individual player profiles) · Updated 1st of each month Leading the Way Catherine Rose remains Great Britain’s highest-ranked player, sitting at world #97 in the women’s draw with 493 points. Close behind is Aimee Gibson at world #101 with 480 points. Having two players inside the world top 110 is a real statement from British women’s padel. Tia Louisa Norton (#139) and Lisa Rachel Phillips (#179) round out a strong top four, both still carrying well over 100 points. On the men’s side, Christian Medina Murphy is this month’s standout, sitting at world #173 with 329 points. He is followed by Louie Harris at #272 and Alexander Loughlan at #276. 6 British men now sit inside the world top 400, with a deep bench of ranked players behind them. Why This Matters With 124 ranked players across the women’s and men’s draws, Great Britain now has one of the most active FIP contingents outside the traditional padel heartlands. That covers everyone from elite-level players competing at Premier Padel qualifiers to club players who picked up their first international points at a domestic FIP Open. Every point on this list represents a British player choosing to compete internationally. The depth of this list shows that padel in Great Britain is not just growing in numbers but producing players ready to test themselves on the world stage. If you are a British player competing in FIP-sanctioned events and your name is not here, it is worth checking that your registration is correctly linked to GBR on the FIP system.

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