Padel

December 16, 2025

HEAD Padel in 2025 and the moments that shaped a breakthrough year

A year defined by accelerating momentum across product innovation, global partnerships, and remarkable performances on the court.

HEAD VP Ottmar Barbian and padel player Arturo Coello shaking hands at a HEAD event.

2025 was one of those years where everything moved, everything grew, and everything seemed to align to push padel one step further.

From unforgettable events to highly anticipated product launches, along with strategic partnerships and major on-court victories, HEAD Padel experienced a season packed with memorable moments.

The energy started strong with a special event in Madrid: the launch of Arturo Coello’s new collection. It set the tone for the year—excitement, innovation, and a clear desire to make some noise.

Just a few weeks later, another big announcement arrived: the extension of our agreement as the official ball of the Asia Pacific Padel Tour, a clear sign that padel is expanding rapidly in new regions—and HEAD wanted to be there from the start.

Momentum only kept building. The new sportswear collection dropped, offering fresher and more technical designs, while we continued to strengthen our presence at major tournaments by becoming the official ball of Premier Padel events, including Gijón and Santiago. Step by step, the brand earned greater visibility and reinforced its role in the professional circuit.

Amid all these updates came one of the most exciting milestones: Andrea Ustero broke into the Top 10 of the FIP ranking, becoming the youngest player ever to do so. A truly standout achievement that perfectly reflects what HEAD represents: a solid present and an even more promising future.

Five padel rackets arranged in a row on a circular platform, labeled ONE, SPEED, and EXTREME, with a sleek, modern design and reflective surfaces.

The season also brought the launch of the One Padel Collection, a line of single-hole racquets that breaks away from tradition and introduces a bold, minimalist concept to the sport.

Midway through the year, we kept creating and celebrating. HEAD took part in the 2025 Padel World Summit in Barcelona with an impressive booth that reinforced our leadership in innovation and brand visibility. Coinciding with the summit, we also celebrated the 25th anniversary of HEAD Padel with an event that brought together players, retailers, distributors, and friends. To top it all off, we announced a strategic alliance with Portico Sport to further drive the growth of padel at all levels.

Not long after came one of the most memorable tournaments of the year: Premier Padel Bordeaux, where HEAD served as both the official ball and official racquet. It was the perfect stage to showcase technology, performance, and the outstanding results that followed.

HEAD Radical padel racquets and HEAD padel shoe shown on blue court.

The second half of the year was filled with major product launches: the arrival of the new Extreme racquets, endorsed by Paula Josemaría and designed for aggressive, attacking players; and later, the release of the ELITE LTD, a limited-edition model combining aesthetics and high performance in a uniquely exclusive product.

The season wrapped up with a true festival of innovations. We introduced the new Radical racquets—models offering control, moderate power, and great maneuverability—along with the Extreme ONE and ONE X, two racquets that broke the mold with their minimalist design.

We also launched the Motion Pro BOA 1.5 shoes, an upgraded version offering better stability, comfort, and fit. A spectacular end to the year that proved innovation is firmly embedded in the brand’s DNA.

Padel players Ariana Sanchez and Paula Josemaria focused on court during play.
HEAD Pro Players may play with different racquets from the model shown.

And on the court, 2025 was nothing short of spectacular. Ari Sánchez and Paula Josemaría delivered a standout season with titles at the FIP World Cup Pairs, Buenos Aires Premier Padel P1, and Milan Premier Padel P1, among others.

Arturo Coello continued to prove why he’s among the world’s best, with major wins in Dubai, Rotterdam, Paris Major, Costa Daurada, Málaga, Qatar Major, and Riyadh Season.

Young talent shined too: Andrea Ustero won the P2 in Bordeaux, Carmen Goenaga reached her first Premier Padel final and finished as runner-up in Bordeaux, and Fran Guerrero reached two semifinals in a solid, consistent season.

Our athletes delivered standout results across the season, with Arturo Coello leading the men's tour, winning the Barcelona Finals and finishing the year as world number 1, Ari Sánchez & Paula Josemaría fighting until the end, and rising talents making their mark on the global stage.

All in all, 2025 was a year of growth, innovation, and success in every direction. HEAD Padel reaffirmed its position as one of the brands driving the sport forward, both on and off the court.

And if this season proved anything, it’s that the best is yet to come!

Padel player Arturo Coello celebrating as World No.1 with a large number one behind him.
HEAD Pro Players may play with different racquets from the model shown.