{
  "generated": "2026-06-03",
  "total": 115,
  "methodology": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/methodology/",
  "score_categories": [
    "maneuverability",
    "net_performance",
    "control",
    "defensive_output",
    "off_center_stability",
    "sweet_spot",
    "spin_generation",
    "power_ceiling",
    "power_accessibility",
    "comfort"
  ],
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    {
      "name": "NOX AT10 Luxury Genius 18K Alum 2026",
      "slug": "nox-at10-18k-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-at10-18k-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 83,
      "shape": "Teardrop (hybrid control mold)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "~25.6–25.9 cm depending on setup",
      "face_material": "18K Alum carbon",
      "core": "MLD Black EVA",
      "surface": "Dual Spin (sand + micro-3D texture)",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 8.5,
        "sweet_spot": 8.5,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 9,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum XTREM Lite 2026",
      "slug": "nox-at10-12k-xtrem-lite-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-at10-12k-xtrem-lite-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 80,
      "shape": "Teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "355–370",
      "balance_cm": "~25.3–25.7",
      "face_material": "12K Aluminized Carbon",
      "core": "HR3 White EVA",
      "surface": "Dual Spin (3D texture + sand finish)",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 9,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX EA10 Ventus Hybrid 12K XTREM 2026",
      "slug": "nox-ea10-ventus-hybrid-12k-xtrem-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-ea10-ventus-hybrid-12k-xtrem-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Hybrid (between teardrop and round)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~360–375",
      "balance_cm": "~25.5–25.8",
      "face_material": "12K XTREM Carbon",
      "core": "MLD Black EVA",
      "surface": "Dual Spin (3D texture + sand finish)",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 8,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 7.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "LOK Maxx Hype Gen 2 2026 Review",
      "slug": "lok-maxx-hype-gen-2-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/lok-maxx-hype-gen-2-2026/",
      "brand": "Lok",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 79,
      "shape": "Diamond (attack mould)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "Approximately 26.3 cm (head-heavy)",
      "face_material": "18K carbon (C18 carbon fiber, three-directional weave)",
      "core": "Custom EVA (medium-density, performance-tuned)",
      "surface": "3D Spin Lines texture (square pattern, molded relief)",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 8.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 8.5,
        "power_ceiling": 9.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX ML10 Ventus Control 3K 2026",
      "slug": "nox-ml10-ventus-control-3k-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-ml10-ventus-control-3k-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Round (Control mould)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "~25.6–25.7",
      "face_material": "3K Carbon",
      "core": "HR3 Color EVA",
      "surface": "Smooth / light texture",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 8,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Oxdog Hyper Pro 2.0 2026 Review",
      "slug": "oxdog-hyper-pro-2-0-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/oxdog-hyper-pro-2-0-2026/",
      "brand": "Oxdog",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 78,
      "shape": "Teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "High (~26.0 cm, head-heavy configuration)",
      "face_material": "HES-Carbon (High Energy System carbon composite)",
      "core": "Medium+ EVA",
      "surface": "Sandy texture (roughened finish for spin generation)",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Kuikma Control Metal",
      "slug": "kuikma-control-metal-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kuikma-control-metal-review/",
      "brand": "Kuikma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 78,
      "shape": "round",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "365 g +/-5",
      "balance_cm": "Low / handle balance",
      "face_material": "3 fiberglass layers + 1 Metal Biaxial Core layer",
      "core": "Soft EVA",
      "surface": "Rough surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Kuikma Hybrid Metal",
      "slug": "kuikma-hybrid-metal-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kuikma-hybrid-metal-review/",
      "brand": "Kuikma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 78,
      "shape": "Teardrop / Hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "365 g +/-5",
      "balance_cm": "Neutral",
      "face_material": "3 fiberglass layers + 1 Metal Biaxial Core layer",
      "core": "Soft EVA",
      "surface": "Rough surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Kuikma Power Metal",
      "slug": "kuikma-power-metal-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kuikma-power-metal-review/",
      "brand": "Kuikma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 78,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "365 g +/-5",
      "balance_cm": "Head-heavy",
      "face_material": "3 fiberglass layers + 1 Metal Biaxial Core layer",
      "core": "Soft EVA",
      "surface": "Rough surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Hack 04 Comfort 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-hack-04-comfort-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-hack-04-comfort-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 79,
      "shape": "Hybrid (between round and teardrop, closer to teardrop geometry)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Field testing indicates ~360 g without overgrip, ~365–370 g playing weight with single overgrip",
      "balance_cm": "Medium (26.0–26.2 cm), classified as low-to-medium head-light",
      "face_material": "Fibrix (carbon-fiberglass hybrid composite)",
      "core": "Multi-EVA (multi-density EVA foam construction)",
      "surface": "Smooth with minimal roughness, no aggressive spin pattern",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 9,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Vertex 05 Woman 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-vertex-05-woman-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-vertex-05-woman-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Diamond (attack-oriented geometry)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "345 g (test unit, unstrung without wristband)",
      "balance_cm": "High (~27.0 cm from handle base)",
      "face_material": "Fibrix (carbon + fiberglass hybrid composite)",
      "core": "MultiEVA (tri-density EVA construction)",
      "surface": "Top Spin (rough sandblasted finish)",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Cork Extreme Deus",
      "slug": "cork-extreme-deus-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/cork-extreme-deus-review/",
      "brand": "Cork",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "Hybrid / teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Official selectable ranges: 356-360, 360-365, 366-370, 371-375",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Full Carbon Flex / 100% carbon structure; rough face",
      "core": "Extreme high-density rubber/foam",
      "surface": "Rough face",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8.5,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Hirostar Andromeda 26",
      "slug": "hirostar-andromeda-26-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/hirostar-andromeda-26-review/",
      "brand": "Hirostar",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "Teardrop / drop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Sandblasted rough texture",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2026",
      "slug": "nox-at10-12k-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-at10-12k-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 9,
        "net_performance": 9,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SIUX Electra STUPA PRO 2026 Shadow Red",
      "slug": "siux-electra-stupa-pro-2026-shadow-red-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/siux-electra-stupa-pro-2026-shadow-red-review/",
      "brand": "Siux",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 84,
      "shape": "Hybrid / Teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "~355–375",
      "balance_cm": "Medium–high (≈26.6–26.7 cm)",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon",
      "core": "EVA Pro (high density)",
      "surface": "Sandy + glossy mix",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 9,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 8,
        "sweet_spot": 8.5,
        "spin_generation": 9,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 8.5,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Secco Olivo",
      "slug": "secco-olivo-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/secco-olivo-review/",
      "brand": "Secco",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "Hybrid (Secco mold)",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Men 355-375 g; Women 345-355",
      "balance_cm": "Medium, approx. 26",
      "face_material": "3K carbon, double carbon layer described globally",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "3D dotted rough texture",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8.5,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Xcalion UNUM+ H1 (Power)",
      "slug": "xcalion-h1-max-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/xcalion-h1-max-review/",
      "brand": "Xcalion",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "H1 / power-oriented hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "321 g without grip/runner; roughly +20 g assembled per context",
      "balance_cm": "medium/high",
      "face_material": "visible carbon with 3D XC surface",
      "core": "EVA Black, single-layer, medium/hard",
      "surface": "3D XC",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Hack 04 Hybrid 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-hack-04-hybrid-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-hack-04-hybrid-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "Teardrop (hybrid geometry, balance between diamond and round profiles)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Medium, approximately 25.7–26.0 cm from handle base",
      "face_material": "Aluminized Carbon 18K with TriCarbon reinforcement layers",
      "core": "MultiEVA (multi-density EVA foam construction with graduated firmness zones)",
      "surface": "3D relief pattern with moderate roughness (not aggressive sandpaper finish)",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Vertex 05 GEO 2026",
      "slug": "bullpadel-vertex-05-geo-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-vertex-05-geo-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 78,
      "shape": "Diamond (Geometric)",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365–375",
      "balance_cm": "High (≈ 26–26.5 cm)",
      "face_material": "Xtend Carbon 3K",
      "core": "MultiEVA (layered EVA construction)",
      "surface": "~541 cm²",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 8,
        "sweet_spot": 7.5,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 7.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Wonder 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-wonder-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-wonder-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Hybrid (teardrop-leaning geometry, balanced sweet spot placement)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "25.6–26.7 cm (medium to medium-high, depending on measurement protocol)",
      "face_material": "Fibrix (carbon-fiberglass composite with low carbon concentration)",
      "core": "MultiEVA (dual-density foam construction)",
      "surface": "Lightly textured (less aggressive than Flow or Elite models)",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Joma Hyper 3.0 Vero Virseda",
      "slug": "joma-hyper-3-0-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/joma-hyper-3-0-review/",
      "brand": "Joma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "350-360",
      "balance_cm": "High (25.5 cm)",
      "face_material": "1 layer 3K carbon + 3 layers fiberglass",
      "core": "Black EVA 17 / BlackEVA Flexo, medium-hard feel",
      "surface": "3D front / gradient finish",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Joma St-Blast Juanlu Esbri silver black",
      "slug": "joma-st-blast-juanlu-esbri-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/joma-st-blast-juanlu-esbri-review/",
      "brand": "Joma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "350-360",
      "balance_cm": "High / text also says medium-high",
      "face_material": "12K carbon fibre / Flexshield 12K Carbon",
      "core": "BLACK EVA / FLEXO BlackEVA",
      "surface": "3D relief finish via ROTATION technology",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Kuikma Hybrid Pro Coki Nieto",
      "slug": "kuikma-hybrid-pro-2026-coki-nieto-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kuikma-hybrid-pro-2026-coki-nieto-review/",
      "brand": "Kuikma",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "Hybrid / Teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "365 g +/-5 g; spec range 361-375",
      "balance_cm": "Neutral / even balance",
      "face_material": "3 layers fiberglass + 1 layer 18K TeXtreme carbon fibre",
      "core": "Dual-density EVA / DualFoam",
      "surface": "Rough surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Oxdog HYPER TOUR X 2.0 2026",
      "slug": "oxdog-hyper-tour-x-2-0-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/oxdog-hyper-tour-x-2-0-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Oxdog",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Drop / drop-shaped",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365",
      "balance_cm": "Medium",
      "face_material": "HES-Carbon",
      "core": "Foam: Medium",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Kuikma Control Carbon",
      "slug": "kuikma-control-carbon-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kuikma-control-carbon-review/",
      "brand": "Kuikma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "round",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "370 g +/-5",
      "balance_cm": "Low / handle balance",
      "face_material": "3 fiberglass layers + 1 carbon 12K layer",
      "core": "Black EVA medium",
      "surface": "Rough surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Kuikma PR POWER Carbon",
      "slug": "kuikma-pr-power-carbon-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kuikma-pr-power-carbon-review/",
      "brand": "Kuikma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "372 g +/-5",
      "balance_cm": "Head-heavy",
      "face_material": "3 fiberglass layers + 1 carbon 12K layer",
      "core": "Black EVA medium",
      "surface": "Rough surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Pallap Control Velocity Star 01",
      "slug": "pallap-control-velocity-star-01-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/pallap-control-velocity-star-01-review/",
      "brand": "Pallap",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Pallap Power Star 2026",
      "slug": "pallap-power-star-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/pallap-power-star-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Pallap",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "355-360",
      "balance_cm": "255-260 mm",
      "face_material": "15K ALUMATRIX CARBON",
      "core": "PURETOUCH 28",
      "surface": "SPINDRIVER 3D",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SANE ASSASSIN WHITE",
      "slug": "sane-assassin-white-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/sane-assassin-white-review/",
      "brand": "SANE",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Hybrid round-drop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Medium",
      "face_material": "Alutex plate structure / face material wording not otherwise specified",
      "core": "Soft",
      "surface": "3D opaque - glossy finish",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "STIGA AXE 4 Cybershape",
      "slug": "stiga-axe-4-cybershape-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/stiga-axe-4-cybershape-review/",
      "brand": "STIGA",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Cybershape / hexagonal",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "360 +/- 10",
      "balance_cm": "Medium",
      "face_material": "15K Carbon (20x40)",
      "core": "Harder high-density EVA foam / Performance Foam",
      "surface": "Textured and pebbled Crystal Grip",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "StarVie Astrum 2026 Plus",
      "slug": "starvie-astrumplus-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/starvie-astrumplus-2026-review/",
      "brand": "StarVie",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360 g +/- 8",
      "balance_cm": "Medium",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon Hyper",
      "core": "M-EVA Balance",
      "surface": "Spin Boost Tech textured surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Stealth Padel Aurora",
      "slug": "stealth-padel-aurora-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/stealth-padel-aurora-review/",
      "brand": "Stealth Padel",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "round",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "350 g +/- 10",
      "balance_cm": "Low/Mid",
      "face_material": "3K XTREME Carbon T800",
      "core": "Eva MLT3",
      "surface": "Hyper Spin System",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Tactical El Toro Master Edition",
      "slug": "tactical-padel-el-toro-master-edition-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/tactical-padel-el-toro-master-edition-review/",
      "brand": "Tactical Padel",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "VOLT 700 v5",
      "slug": "volt-700-v5-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/volt-700-v5-review/",
      "brand": "VOLT",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "350-370",
      "balance_cm": "medium-high weight balance",
      "face_material": "3K Twill Carbon",
      "core": "Black Eva / Fast Recovery Black Comfort Eva Core",
      "surface": "Ultra 3D High-Relief Surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "VOLT 900 v5",
      "slug": "volt-900-v5-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/volt-900-v5-review/",
      "brand": "VOLT",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "350-370",
      "balance_cm": "medium-high weight balance",
      "face_material": "12K Twill Aluminized Carbon",
      "core": "Black Eva / Fast Recovery Black Eva Core",
      "surface": "Ultra 3D High-Relief Surface",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Wilson ENDURE Pro v1",
      "slug": "wilson-endure-pro-v1-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/wilson-endure-pro-v1-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Wilson",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "round",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365",
      "balance_cm": "260 mm",
      "face_material": "3K Carbon Face",
      "core": "Control Foam",
      "surface": "Exacttouch",
      "player_level": "advanced",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Elite W 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-elite-w-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-elite-w-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Teardrop / hybrid geometry (between round and diamond)",
      "thickness_mm": "38 mm (standard)",
      "weight_g": "~350-360 g with single overgrip application",
      "balance_cm": "Medium-low (~25.8-26.1 cm from handle end)",
      "face_material": "Fibrix (carbon + fiberglass composite)",
      "core": "MultiEVA (multi-density EVA construction, softer external layer transitioning to firmer internal density)",
      "surface": "3D rough finish (Top Spin texture pattern)",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Flow Legend 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-flow-legend-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-flow-legend-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Diamond (power-biased geometry with elevated sweet spot)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Medium-high (~265–270 mm, head-oriented mass distribution)",
      "face_material": "12K carbon with 3D grain surface texture",
      "core": "Flow Force EVA (medium-density foam, softer than Pearl/Vertex cores)",
      "surface": "3D grain with rough texture for spin generation",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Neuron 02 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-neuron-02-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-neuron-02-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 77,
      "shape": "Hybrid / teardrop geometry with slight elongation toward head region",
      "thickness_mm": "38 mm (standard profile)",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "250 mm / 25.0 cm (low to medium, head-light)",
      "face_material": "Xtend Carbon 3K (3,000-filament carbon weave with epoxy resin matrix)",
      "core": "MultiEVA (three-layer construction: outer layers lower density, inner layer higher density — inverted from standard Bullpadel configuration)",
      "surface": "3D grain rough finish (moderate texture depth)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Neuron 02 Edge 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-neuron-02-edge-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-neuron-02-edge-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Hybrid / teardrop-leaning geometry",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~365–375 g (without overgrip)",
      "balance_cm": "medium to slightly head-heavy",
      "face_material": "Xtend Carbon 12K",
      "core": "MultiEVA (dual-density EVA)",
      "surface": "3D textured finish",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Vertex 05 2026",
      "slug": "bullpadel-vertex-05-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-vertex-05-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365–375",
      "balance_cm": "Medium-high (≈ 25.1–25.8 cm)",
      "face_material": "Xtend Carbon 12K",
      "core": "MultiEVA (multi-density EVA construction)",
      "surface": "~530 cm²",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 7.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "HEAD Extreme Motion 2026",
      "slug": "head-extreme-motion-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/head-extreme-motion-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Head",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~360 g (unstrung, without overgrip)",
      "balance_cm": "~270 mm (head-heavy)",
      "face_material": "Carbon (full carbon construction, not as stiff as Pro tuning)",
      "core": "Power Foam",
      "surface": "Extreme Spin (3D rough decal)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Joma TOURNAMENT PRO black red",
      "slug": "joma-tournament-pro-black-red-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/joma-tournament-pro-black-red-review/",
      "brand": "Joma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "350-360",
      "balance_cm": "High",
      "face_material": "3K carbon fibre / Flexshield 3K Carbon",
      "core": "BLACK EVA / high-density FLEXO BlackEVA",
      "surface": "ROTATION embossed face / 3D relief effect",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 6.5,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8.5,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "LOK Maxx Flow Gen 2 2026 Review",
      "slug": "lok-maxx-flow-gen-2-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/lok-maxx-flow-gen-2-2026/",
      "brand": "Lok",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Hybrid / round-leaning geometry",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "26.0–26.1 cm (medium, slightly head-light to neutral)",
      "face_material": "18K carbon fiber",
      "core": "Custom EVA (memory foam construction, intermediate-firm density)",
      "surface": "Rough / textured finish (spin-oriented)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 7,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX AT10 Genius Attack 12K Alum Xtrem 2026",
      "slug": "nox-at10-attack-12k-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-at10-attack-12k-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 65,
      "shape": "Diamond (Attack mould)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "~26.0–26.7 cm depending on overgrips and weights",
      "face_material": "Carbon Fiber 12K Alum Xtrem",
      "core": "HR3 Black EVA",
      "surface": "Dual Spin (sand + micro-3D texture)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 0,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Kuikma PR Hybrid Carbon Coki Nieto",
      "slug": "kuikma-pr-hybrid-carbon-coki-nieto-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kuikma-pr-hybrid-carbon-coki-nieto-review/",
      "brand": "Kuikma",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "370 g +/-5",
      "balance_cm": "Medium / 260 mm",
      "face_material": "3 fiberglass layers + 1 carbon 12K layer",
      "core": "Black EVA medium",
      "surface": "Rough surface",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SANE ASSASSIN BLACK",
      "slug": "sane-assassin-black-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/sane-assassin-black-review/",
      "brand": "SANE",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Hybrid round-drop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Medium / half",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon 8 mm plate structure / face material wording not otherwise specified",
      "core": "Compact Elastic",
      "surface": "3D glossy relief finish",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 5.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SIUX Diablo Pro 2026 Review",
      "slug": "siux-diablo-pro-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/siux-diablo-pro-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Siux",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Teardrop (hybrid)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~355–375 g (unstrung, sample-dependent)",
      "balance_cm": "Medium to medium-high (~25.8–26.1 cm)",
      "face_material": "24K carbon",
      "core": "EVA Pro",
      "surface": "Lightly textured / sanded finish",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Secco Tinto",
      "slug": "secco-tinto-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/secco-tinto-review/",
      "brand": "Secco",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Hybrid (Secco mold)",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Men 355-375 g; Women 345-354",
      "balance_cm": "Medium, approx. 26",
      "face_material": "3K carbon, double carbon layer described globally",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "3D dotted rough texture",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8.5,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Adidas Metalbone 2026 Review",
      "slug": "adidas-metalbone-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/adidas-metalbone-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Adidas",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 64,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "High (head-heavy)",
      "face_material": "Carbon 18K",
      "core": "Soft EVA",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 6,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 5,
        "comfort": 5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Adidas Metalbone CTRL 3.5 2026",
      "slug": "adidas-metalbone-ctrl-3-5-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/adidas-metalbone-ctrl-3-5-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Adidas",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 71,
      "shape": "Round (Control mould)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "355–375",
      "balance_cm": "Neutral to slightly head-light",
      "face_material": "Carbon fiber (Metalbone control layup)",
      "core": "EVA Soft Performance",
      "surface": "Textured finish for controlled spin",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 8,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Alkemia Thunder 2026",
      "slug": "alkemia-thunder-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/alkemia-thunder-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Alkemia",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "350-365",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon Fiber + double layer 100% 3K Carbon Fiber",
      "core": "New Black EVA PRO React",
      "surface": "Sand Rough + Stripes Rough",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Babolat x Lamborghini BL002",
      "slug": "babolat-x-lamborghini-bl002-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/babolat-x-lamborghini-bl002-review/",
      "brand": "Babolat",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Isometric",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "3K carbon",
      "core": "Multi-EVA rubber",
      "surface": "3K Carbon",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Icon 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-icon-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-icon-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "Diamond (attack-oriented geometry)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "372 g (as tested, factory configuration)",
      "balance_cm": "medium (255 mm factory configuration)",
      "face_material": "Xtend Carbon 12K",
      "core": "MultiEVA (dual-density EVA construction)",
      "surface": "3D rough texture (micro-dot pattern)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Pearl 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-pearl-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-pearl-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 76,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "355–365",
      "balance_cm": "≈ 26",
      "face_material": "Fibrix (carbon + fiberglass composite)",
      "core": "MultiEva (three-layer EVA construction)",
      "surface": "3D rough texture",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 8.5,
        "comfort": 7.5
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Drop Shot Canyon Pro Attack 1.0 2025",
      "slug": "drop-shot-canyon-pro-attack-1-0-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/drop-shot-canyon-pro-attack-1-0-review/",
      "brand": "Drop Shot",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "24K carbon fiber",
      "core": "EVA Pro",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 6.5,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "HEAD Extreme Pro 2026",
      "slug": "head-extreme-pro-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/head-extreme-pro-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Head",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 71,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "370 g (unstrung, without overgrip)",
      "balance_cm": "~270 mm (head-heavy)",
      "face_material": "UD Carbon",
      "core": "Power Foam",
      "surface": "Extreme Spin (3D rough decal)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6.5,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 6,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Hirostar Alien Pro 26 - Tolito Aguirre",
      "slug": "hirostar-alien-pro-26-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/hirostar-alien-pro-26-review/",
      "brand": "Hirostar",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365-380",
      "balance_cm": "High",
      "face_material": "24K Carbon",
      "core": "EVA Black Xtreme",
      "surface": "Matte finish with sandblasting",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "KOMBAT TEIDE 2025",
      "slug": "kombat-teide-2025-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kombat-teide-2025-review/",
      "brand": "Kombat",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "360-370",
      "balance_cm": "High / balance alto, no numeric value",
      "face_material": "18K Blue Carbon",
      "core": "Black EVA",
      "surface": "18K Blue carbon rugoso",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX NERBO + 12K 2026",
      "slug": "nox-nerbo-12k-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-nerbo-12k-2026-review/",
      "brand": "NOX",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Oxdog ULTIMATE TOUR X 2026",
      "slug": "oxdog-ultimate-tour-x-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/oxdog-ultimate-tour-x-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Oxdog",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "355",
      "balance_cm": "Medium",
      "face_material": "HES-Carbon",
      "core": "Foam: Medium",
      "surface": "Sandy surface",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "QUAD Leopard Padel Racket",
      "slug": "quad-leopard-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/quad-leopard-review/",
      "brand": "QUAD",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "Hybrid Shape",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "±360",
      "balance_cm": "Medium-high / balance between power and control, no numeric value",
      "face_material": "Double 3K Carbon",
      "core": "Hyper Soft Foam",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "QUAD Shark Padel Racket",
      "slug": "quad-shark-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/quad-shark-review/",
      "brand": "QUAD",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Teardrop Shape",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "±360",
      "balance_cm": "Balance between power and control, no numeric value",
      "face_material": "3K Carbon x4",
      "core": "Hyper Soft Foam",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SANE Agressor Evolution Diamond GOLD",
      "slug": "sane-agressor-evolution-diamond-gold-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/sane-agressor-evolution-diamond-gold-2026-review/",
      "brand": "SANE",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "high",
      "face_material": "15K MIXED carbon",
      "core": "PRO TOUCH rubber",
      "surface": "Integrated textured relief / ultra-abrasive mould relief",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SIUX Pegasus Pro 2026",
      "slug": "siux-pegasus-pro-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/siux-pegasus-pro-2026-review/",
      "brand": "SIUX",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 75,
      "shape": "teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "medium",
      "face_material": "Carbon 12K",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Satinado + 3D",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "VOLT 1000 v5",
      "slug": "volt-1000-v5-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/volt-1000-v5-review/",
      "brand": "VOLT",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "350-370",
      "balance_cm": "high weight balance",
      "face_material": "24K Silver Aluminized Carbon",
      "core": "Black Eva / Fast Recovery Black Eva Core",
      "surface": "Ultra 3D High-Relief Surface",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Varlion Bourne CUBE Elbowcare W / S",
      "slug": "varlion-bourne-rega-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/varlion-bourne-rega-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Varlion",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Medium-high",
      "face_material": "Carbon Cube carbon fiber fabric",
      "core": "Hypersoft foam; W/S hardness depends on temperature version",
      "surface": "SLICE rough texture embedded in the mold",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Wilson ENDURE V1",
      "slug": "wilson-endure-v1-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/wilson-endure-v1-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Wilson",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "round",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365",
      "balance_cm": "255 mm",
      "face_material": "UD Carbon Face",
      "core": "Control Foam",
      "surface": "Exacttouch",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 5.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Babolat Viper Juan Lebrón 3.0",
      "slug": "babolat-viper-juan-lebron-3-0-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/babolat-viper-juan-lebron-3-0-review/",
      "brand": "Babolat",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "370 g +/- 10",
      "balance_cm": "270 mm",
      "face_material": "Carbon 3K",
      "core": "Hard EVA",
      "surface": "Textured surface / Carbon 3K face",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel Hack 04 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-hack-04-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-hack-04-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "Diamond (classic attack mold with high sweet spot positioning)",
      "thickness_mm": "38 mm standard profile",
      "weight_g": "Typically 370–380 g with overgrip and standard weight configuration",
      "balance_cm": "High (approximately 270–272 mm from handle base, head-heavy configuration)",
      "face_material": "TriCarbon 18K (three-directional carbon fiber weave, 18,000 filament count)",
      "core": "MultiEVA (multi-density EVA foam with graduated firmness layers)",
      "surface": "Light linear texture (non-sandpaper finish, oriented vertical lines)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel XPLO CMF 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-xplo-cmf-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-xplo-cmf-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Diamond with cyber geometric face (widened upper hitting zone)",
      "thickness_mm": "38 mm (standard padel specification)",
      "weight_g": "365–375 g (without overgrip, Custom Weight System not installed)",
      "balance_cm": "Head-heavy (approximately 26.5–27.0 cm measured from handle base)",
      "face_material": "Fibrix (carbon + fiberglass composite)",
      "core": "MultiEVA (multi-density foam construction)",
      "surface": "3D rough finish (raised pattern for spin assistance)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 8.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Drop Shot Explorer Pro Attack 1.0 2025 Lucas Campagnolo",
      "slug": "drop-shot-explorer-pro-attack-1-0-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/drop-shot-explorer-pro-attack-1-0-review/",
      "brand": "Drop Shot",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "24K Twill Carbon",
      "core": "EVA Pro",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "HEAD Coello Pro 2026 Review",
      "slug": "head-coello-pro-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/head-coello-pro-2026/",
      "brand": "Head",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~370 g (nominal); sample measured at 368",
      "balance_cm": "27.2 cm (nominal); sample measured at 27.8 cm (head-heavy)",
      "face_material": "Carbon Hybrid HS (carbon + fiberglass, higher carbon ratio)",
      "core": "Power Foam (2026 version — described as denser and more reactive than 2025)",
      "surface": "Extreme Spin (3D rough pattern with crown logo motif)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6.5,
        "net_performance": 8,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "KOMBAT Fuji 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026",
      "slug": "kombat-fuji-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kombat-fuji-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Kombat",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "Teardrop / Lágrima",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "360-370",
      "balance_cm": "Medium / medium-high text only",
      "face_material": "18K aluminized carbon",
      "core": "Red EVA",
      "surface": "18K aluminized carbon rough/rugoso",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 7,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Secco One Edition",
      "slug": "secco-one-edition-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/secco-one-edition-review/",
      "brand": "Secco",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 6.5,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Adidas Arrow Hit 2026 Review",
      "slug": "adidas-arrow-hit-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/adidas-arrow-hit-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Adidas",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 68,
      "shape": "Hybrid / teardrop-leaning geometry",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~360–375",
      "balance_cm": "medium, slightly head-light to neutral",
      "face_material": "Fiberglass composite",
      "core": "Soft EVA",
      "surface": "Smooth to lightly textured",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 6,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 6,
        "power_ceiling": 5,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Adidas Arrow Hit CTRL 2026 Review",
      "slug": "adidas-arrow-hit-ctrl-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/adidas-arrow-hit-ctrl-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Adidas",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 67,
      "shape": "Round control geometry",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~360–375",
      "balance_cm": "Low to medium, slightly head-light",
      "face_material": "Fiberglass composite",
      "core": "EVA Soft Performance",
      "surface": "Smooth to lightly textured Spin Blade pattern",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 6,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 6,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 6,
        "power_ceiling": 5,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Adidas Metalbone HRD+ 2026",
      "slug": "adidas-metalbone-hrd-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/adidas-metalbone-hrd-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Adidas",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 70,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "345–360",
      "balance_cm": "Adjustable, head-heavy biased",
      "face_material": "Carbon Aluminized 16K",
      "core": "High Memory EVA",
      "surface": "Spin Blade Decal",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 5,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 6,
        "spin_generation": 9,
        "power_ceiling": 10,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Bullpadel XPLO 2026 Review",
      "slug": "bullpadel-xplo-2026",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/bullpadel-xplo-2026/",
      "brand": "Bullpadel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 70,
      "shape": "Geometric diamond (535 cm² playing surface)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "Approximately 355–365 g without Hesacore, 370+ g with factory grip configuration",
      "balance_cm": "High, approximately 27.0 cm (head-heavy)",
      "face_material": "Xtend Carbon 12K",
      "core": "MultiEVA (dual-density EVA, hard-soft configuration)",
      "surface": "3D textured (light texture, minimal tactile roughness)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6.5,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 6,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Drop Shot Axion Attack 1.0 2025 Jon Sanz",
      "slug": "drop-shot-axion-attack-1-0-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/drop-shot-axion-attack-1-0-review/",
      "brand": "Drop Shot",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "24K Twill Carbon / 24K Carbon",
      "core": "EVA Pro / high-density EVA Pro",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Dunlop FX LITE",
      "slug": "dunlop-fx-lite-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/dunlop-fx-lite-review/",
      "brand": "Dunlop",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "355",
      "balance_cm": "Medium",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon",
      "core": "Soft EVA",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Dunlop FX PRO",
      "slug": "dunlop-fx-pro-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/dunlop-fx-pro-review/",
      "brand": "Dunlop",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "370",
      "balance_cm": "High",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon",
      "core": "Pro EVA",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Hirostar Alien Core 26 - Tolito Aguirre",
      "slug": "hirostar-alien-core-26-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/hirostar-alien-core-26-review/",
      "brand": "Hirostar",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Balanced / control-oriented; exact value not in snippet",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon",
      "core": "Eva Black",
      "surface": "Matte finish with sandblasting",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 5.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Hirostar Alien Pro 25",
      "slug": "hirostar-alien-pro-25-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/hirostar-alien-pro-25-review/",
      "brand": "Hirostar",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365-380 g Alien Pro 25",
      "balance_cm": "High",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "EVA Black X-Treme",
      "surface": "Sandblasted texture",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Hirostar Redstone 25",
      "slug": "hirostar-redstone-25-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/hirostar-redstone-25-review/",
      "brand": "Hirostar",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Joma Blast Pro HRD black gray",
      "slug": "joma-blast-pro-hrd-black-gray-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/joma-blast-pro-hrd-black-gray-review/",
      "brand": "Joma",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "360-370",
      "balance_cm": "High / mid-high in description",
      "face_material": "12K carbon fibre",
      "core": "BLACK EVA / BlackEVA HRD high density",
      "surface": "JOMA 3D SPIN embossed relief",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Joma Blast Pro SFT 2026",
      "slug": "joma-blast-pro-sft-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/joma-blast-pro-sft-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Joma",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "KOMBAT VESUBIO 2025",
      "slug": "kombat-vesubio-2025-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/kombat-vesubio-2025-review/",
      "brand": "Kombat",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "360-370",
      "balance_cm": "High / balance alto, no numeric value",
      "face_material": "3D Carbon rough/rugoso",
      "core": "Dual-density EVA rubber",
      "surface": "3D Carbon Rugoso",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX AT10 Luxury Genius Attack 18K Alum 2026",
      "slug": "nox-at10-attack-18k-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-at10-attack-18k-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 68,
      "shape": "Diamond (Attack mould)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "~26.0–26.5",
      "face_material": "18K Aluminized Carbon",
      "core": "MLD Black EVA",
      "surface": "Dual Spin (3D texture + sand finish)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 6,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 6,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX Ventus Hybrid 12K Lite 2026",
      "slug": "nox-ventus-hybrid-12k-lite-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-ventus-hybrid-12k-lite-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "355–365",
      "balance_cm": "~25.7–25.8",
      "face_material": "12K Carbon",
      "core": "MLD Black EVA",
      "surface": "Dual Spin (micro 3D texture + sand finish)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Oxdog ULTIMATE PRO SMASH 2026",
      "slug": "oxdog-ultimate-pro-smash-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/oxdog-ultimate-pro-smash-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Oxdog",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "370",
      "balance_cm": "Top-heavy",
      "face_material": "HES-Carbon",
      "core": "Foam: Medium+",
      "surface": "Sandy surface",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Royal Padel R ACE 2026",
      "slug": "royal-padel-r-ace-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/royal-padel-r-ace-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Royal Padel",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "365-380",
      "balance_cm": "High",
      "face_material": "100% 3K Carbon faces; Fiber Tech carbon system",
      "core": "EVA MID HARD / semi-hard EVA rubber",
      "surface": "Total Rough Spin / Core Tech rough surface",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SANE Cinetik 28 Stealth LTD - Javi Ruiz Edition",
      "slug": "sane-cinetik-28-stealth-ltd-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/sane-cinetik-28-stealth-ltd-review/",
      "brand": "SANE",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Variable: 28 mm hitting surface, 38 mm heart, 35 mm tip",
      "weight_g": "355-375 g Argentina range; 365 g review/midpoint",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Glossy 3D super rough finish; Infinity Holes perforation system",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 6.5,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SIUX Fenix Pro 2026 Black",
      "slug": "siux-fenix-pro-2026-black-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/siux-fenix-pro-2026-black-review/",
      "brand": "Siux",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 71,
      "shape": "Hybrid (diamond-leaning)",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "~355–375",
      "balance_cm": "High — approximately 27.0–27.5",
      "face_material": "12K carbon",
      "core": "EVA Pro / high-density EVA",
      "surface": "Pronounced 3D textured face",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Starvie Black Titan 2026 Review",
      "slug": "starvie-black-titan-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/starvie-black-titan-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Starvie",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 74,
      "shape": "Hybrid / Teardrop",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~355–375",
      "balance_cm": "~26.0–26.3",
      "face_material": "24K Carbon Master",
      "core": "H-EVA Power",
      "surface": "3D rough finish",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 8.5,
        "control": 8.5,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Stealth Padel Nemesis",
      "slug": "stealth-padel-nemesis-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/stealth-padel-nemesis-review/",
      "brand": "Stealth Padel",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "Diamond/Hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "355 g +/- 10 g EN; 360 g +/-10 g localized pages",
      "balance_cm": "Mid",
      "face_material": "24K XTREME Carbon T800",
      "core": "Eva PWR",
      "surface": "Hyper Spin System",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Stealth Padel Spirit for Facu Dominguez",
      "slug": "stealth-padel-spirit-facu-dominguez-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/stealth-padel-spirit-facu-dominguez-review/",
      "brand": "Stealth Padel",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 73,
      "shape": "hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360 g +/- 10",
      "balance_cm": "Mid/High",
      "face_material": "18K ALU Twill XTREME Carbon T800",
      "core": "Eva PWR",
      "surface": "Hyper Spin System (3D + sandblasted finish)",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "VOLT 500 v5",
      "slug": "volt-500-v5-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/volt-500-v5-review/",
      "brand": "VOLT",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "round",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "345-365",
      "balance_cm": "low weight balance",
      "face_material": "3K Twill Carbon",
      "core": "Black Eva / Fast Recovery Black Comfort Eva Core",
      "surface": "Ultra 3D High-Relief Surface",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 7.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "VOLT 950 v5",
      "slug": "volt-950-v5-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/volt-950-v5-review/",
      "brand": "VOLT",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "350-370",
      "balance_cm": "high weight balance",
      "face_material": "24K Silver Aluminized Carbon",
      "core": "Black Eva / Fast Recovery Black Eva Core",
      "surface": "Ultra 3D High-Relief Surface",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Wilson ENDURE LS v1",
      "slug": "wilson-endure-ls-v1-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/wilson-endure-ls-v1-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Wilson",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 72,
      "shape": "round",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "355",
      "balance_cm": "255 mm",
      "face_material": "Comfort Flex Face",
      "core": "Control Foam",
      "surface": "Exacttouch",
      "player_level": "intermediate",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 5.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Adidas Cross IT Light 2026 Review",
      "slug": "adidas-cross-it-light-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/adidas-cross-it-light-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Adidas",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 69,
      "shape": "Round",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~345–360",
      "balance_cm": "Low to slightly head-light",
      "face_material": "24K aluminized carbon",
      "core": "EVA Soft Energy",
      "surface": "Light texture",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 6,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 6,
        "power_ceiling": 5,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Babolat Viper Soft Juan Lebrón 3.0 2026 Review",
      "slug": "babolat-viper-soft-juan-lebron-3-0-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/babolat-viper-soft-juan-lebron-3-0-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Babolat",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 69,
      "shape": "Diamond (attack-oriented)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~365–375",
      "balance_cm": "high, typically ~26.7–27.0",
      "face_material": "3K Twill Carbon",
      "core": "EVA with reduced density (softer than standard Viper JL)",
      "surface": "Rough, spin-oriented finish",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 6,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX EA10 Ventus Attack 12K XTREM 2026",
      "slug": "nox-ea10-ventus-attack-12k-xtrem-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-ea10-ventus-attack-12k-xtrem-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 65,
      "shape": "Diamond (Attack mould)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "~26.3–26.8",
      "face_material": "12K XTREM Carbon",
      "core": "Medium–firm EVA",
      "surface": "Dual Spin (3D texture + sand finish)",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6,
        "net_performance": 6,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 6,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "NOX VK10 Ventus Control 12K 2026",
      "slug": "nox-vk10-ventus-control-12k-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/nox-vk10-ventus-control-12k-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Nox",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 71,
      "shape": "Round / Control-oriented hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~360–375",
      "balance_cm": "approximately ~25.4–25.8",
      "face_material": "12K XTREM Carbon",
      "core": "EVA (medium density)",
      "surface": "textured finish (spin-oriented, not aggressive)",
      "player_level": "women",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 6,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "women",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026",
      "slug": "oxdog-ultimate-pro-light-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/oxdog-ultimate-pro-light-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Oxdog",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 70,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "~350 g (without grip customization)",
      "balance_cm": "Head-heavy (adjustable via RBS system)",
      "face_material": "HES-Carbon",
      "core": "Medium-plus EVA (performance-oriented density)",
      "surface": "Rough / textured for spin assistance",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 6,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 7,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Tactical El Jefe Master Edition",
      "slug": "tactical-padel-el-jefe-master-edition-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/tactical-padel-el-jefe-master-edition-review/",
      "brand": "Tactical Padel",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 71,
      "shape": "Not specified",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Not specified",
      "face_material": "Not specified",
      "core": "Not specified",
      "surface": "Not specified",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 9,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 6.5,
        "power_ceiling": 5.5,
        "power_accessibility": 8,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Xcalion INFINITY H1 (Power)",
      "slug": "xcalion-infinity-h1-power-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/xcalion-infinity-h1-power-review/",
      "brand": "Xcalion",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 71,
      "shape": "H1 / power-oriented hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "312 g without grip/runner",
      "balance_cm": "medium/high",
      "face_material": "visible carbon with 3D XC surface",
      "core": "EVA Black, single-layer, medium/hard",
      "surface": "3D XC",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7.5,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 Review",
      "slug": "babolat-technical-viper-3-0-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/babolat-technical-viper-3-0-review/",
      "brand": "Babolat",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 67,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~365–370 g (unstrung, without overgrip)",
      "balance_cm": "Head-heavy (≈ 270–275 mm unstrung, depending on unit)",
      "face_material": "Carbon Flex (carbon + fiberglass composite)",
      "core": "X-EVA (multi-density EVA foam)",
      "surface": "3D Spin+ (raised decal, not sanded)",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 6.5,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 6,
        "sweet_spot": 6,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Babolat Technical Viper Soft 3.0 Review",
      "slug": "babolat-technical-viper-soft-3-0-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/babolat-technical-viper-soft-3-0-review/",
      "brand": "Babolat",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 70,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~365–370 g (unstrung, without overgrip)",
      "balance_cm": "Head-heavy (≈ 270–275 mm unstrung, depending on unit)",
      "face_material": "Carbon Flex (carbon + aramid composite)",
      "core": "Black EVA (soft-tuned vs standard Technical Viper)",
      "surface": "3D Spin+ (raised decal, not sanded)",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 7
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Oxdog ULTIMATE NXT-GEN 2026",
      "slug": "oxdog-ultimate-nxt-gen-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/oxdog-ultimate-nxt-gen-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Oxdog",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 70,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "35",
      "weight_g": "Not specified",
      "balance_cm": "Medium",
      "face_material": "HES-Carbon",
      "core": "Soft / MED foam behavior",
      "surface": "Shiny / glossy finish",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7.5,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 6.5,
        "power_ceiling": 8,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 6
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "SIUX Fenix Elite 2026",
      "slug": "siux-fenix-elite-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/siux-fenix-elite-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Siux",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 69,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "~355–375",
      "balance_cm": "High (≈ 27.0–27.2 cm)",
      "face_material": "Carbon 3K",
      "core": "Hard EVA",
      "surface": "Sand / sandblasted",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6,
        "net_performance": 6.5,
        "control": 6.5,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 6.5,
        "sweet_spot": 6.5,
        "spin_generation": 7,
        "power_ceiling": 8.5,
        "power_accessibility": 7.5,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Stealth Padel Nighthawk",
      "slug": "stealth-padel-nighthawk-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/stealth-padel-nighthawk-review/",
      "brand": "Stealth Padel",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 70,
      "shape": "diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "365 g +/- 10",
      "balance_cm": "Mid/High",
      "face_material": "12K PREMIUM Carbon T700",
      "core": "Eva PWR",
      "surface": "Ultra Spin System+",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 6,
        "net_performance": 7.5,
        "control": 6.5,
        "defensive_output": 6,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 7,
        "spin_generation": 8,
        "power_ceiling": 9,
        "power_accessibility": 7,
        "comfort": 5.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Stiga Cybershape 18K Review",
      "slug": "stiga-cybershape-18k-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/stiga-cybershape-18k-review/",
      "brand": "Stiga",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 70,
      "shape": "Polygonal / squared (Cybershape geometry)",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "~357–368 g (without overgrip)",
      "balance_cm": "~26.5–26.7",
      "face_material": "18K Carbon",
      "core": "Medium-density EVA",
      "surface": "Rough / crystal-style texture",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 8,
        "defensive_output": 7,
        "off_center_stability": 7,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 6,
        "power_ceiling": 6,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Adidas Cross IT Ctrl 2026",
      "slug": "adidas-cross-it-ctrl-2026-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/adidas-cross-it-ctrl-2026-review/",
      "brand": "Adidas",
      "year": 2026,
      "score": 68,
      "shape": "Control-oriented round / rounded hybrid",
      "thickness_mm": "38",
      "weight_g": "360–375",
      "balance_cm": "~26.2–26.4",
      "face_material": "15K aluminized carbon",
      "core": "High Memory EVA",
      "surface": "Integrated 3D roughness (moulded)",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 7,
        "net_performance": 6,
        "control": 6,
        "defensive_output": 8,
        "off_center_stability": 8,
        "sweet_spot": 8,
        "spin_generation": 6,
        "power_ceiling": 5,
        "power_accessibility": 6,
        "comfort": 8
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    },
    {
      "name": "Wilson Defy Pro V1",
      "slug": "wilson-defy-pro-v1-review",
      "url": "https://padel.how/equipment/racket/wilson-defy-pro-v1-review/",
      "brand": "Wilson",
      "year": 2025,
      "score": 69,
      "shape": "Diamond",
      "thickness_mm": "Not specified",
      "weight_g": "~370",
      "balance_cm": "Medium–high (≈ 26.3 cm)",
      "face_material": "Carbon (Pro-grade, commonly listed as 15K)",
      "core": "Power Foam",
      "surface": "Textured (3D + sand-style rough)",
      "player_level": "beginner",
      "play_style": [
        "Not specified"
      ],
      "scores": {
        "maneuverability": 8.5,
        "net_performance": 7,
        "control": 7,
        "defensive_output": 6.5,
        "off_center_stability": 6,
        "sweet_spot": 5.5,
        "spin_generation": 7.5,
        "power_ceiling": 7.5,
        "power_accessibility": 6.5,
        "comfort": 6.5
      },
      "gender": "unisex",
      "junior": false
    }
  ]
}