Our Verdict
Editorial first look: the V3 of the racket developed with Fernando Belasteguín. A 24K carbon teardrop that balances power and manoeuvrability — heavily discounted in the UK right now.
Full Review
Editorial first look — we have not play-tested the Bela Pro V3 yet; this is spec-and-reputation-based guidance. Few names carry more weight in padel than Fernando Belasteguín — the sport's greatest-ever competitor, World No.1 for sixteen consecutive years — and Wilson developed the Bela line alongside him. The Pro V3 is the top of that line: a 370g teardrop with a textured 24K carbon face and Power Foam core built on Wilson's C2 Tubular construction. Wilson pitches it at precision and hitting feel as much as power, which fits the teardrop shape — this is the rare flagship-adjacent frame that is not a pure diamond smashing tool. The UK pricing is the headline: a £270 RRP currently listed at £189 at PDH Sports, which makes it one of the cheapest routes to a genuine 24K carbon pro-line racket in 2026. For advanced all-court players who value feel alongside firepower, it deserves a hard look. Play-test verdict to follow.
Pros & Cons
- ✓Developed with Fernando Belasteguín — the greatest CV in padel
- ✓Teardrop shape balances power with real manoeuvrability
- ✓Textured 24K carbon face at a heavily discounted UK price
- ✓Around £189 — exceptional value for a pro-line frame
- ✗Less raw smash power than the diamond flagships in this guide
- ✗Bela retired from the pro tour — this is heritage, not current tour presence
- ✗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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