Our Verdict
Editorial first look: the 2026 edition of Agustín Tapia's racket. Aluminised 18K carbon, MLD Black EVA core and an adjustable Weight Balance system — the most anticipated racket of the year.
Full Review
Editorial first look — we have not play-tested the 2026 AT10 yet; this is spec-and-reputation-based buying guidance. The AT10 Genius is the most famous signature racket in padel: Agustín Tapia's collaboration with Nox is extensively documented, and the 2026 "18K Alum" edition is the racket he is associated with this season. Nox pairs an aluminised 18K carbon face with an MLD Black EVA core and — new for this generation — a Weight Balance system that lets you customise the balance point to your game, a feature previously associated with Adidas frames. It is stocked widely in the UK (Racketworld, PDHSports, Padelshack among others) at around £280 — notably less than the previous Luxury Genius commanded at launch. If you want the closest thing to the racket of the sport's most gifted player, this is it, with the usual caveat: Tapia's racket rewards Tapia-level technique. Full play-test to follow.
Pros & Cons
- ✓Agustín Tapia's documented racket line — the 2026 edition
- ✓Adjustable Weight Balance system is new for this generation
- ✓Aluminised 18K carbon face with MLD Black EVA core
- ✓Around £280 — cheaper at launch than the previous generation
- ✗Pro-spec frame that demands advanced technique
- ✗We have not play-tested it yet — verdict is spec-based for now
Video Review
Review video via Premier Padel YouTube
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