Babolat XPLR Pickleball Paddle

High Balance & High Sweet Spot. Combines explosive power with precise control for players who consistently find the sweet spot. The diamond shape distributes more weight towards the racket head, resulting in a head-heavy balance that naturally increases power on attacking shots.

Medium Balance & Centred Sweet Spot. Combines impressive power with excellent control for players who want all-round performance. The teardrop shape distributes weight more evenly across the racket, creating a medium balance that offers the perfect blend of power, control, and manoeuvrability.

Low Balance & Bigger Sweet Spot. Delivers outstanding control and forgiveness for players who value consistency and precision. The round shape distributes weight evenly toward the handle, creating a low balance that improves manoeuvrability and provides a larger sweet spot.

Combines power, control, and versatility for players who want the best of both worlds. The hybrid shape blends characteristics of multiple racket designs, creating a balanced feel with a generous sweet spot and reliable performance in both attack and defence.

Elongated-shaped pickleball paddles are generally power-focused. These are designed for aggressive players who put more force behind attacking shots and react quickly during fast volleys. The elongated shape provides additional reach and leverage to help generate greater power.

Standard and Hybrid shape pickleball paddles are usually all-round focused. These are designed for players seeking a versatile balance between power and control, making them suitable for a wide range of playing styles and providing a balanced combination of reach, manoeuvrability, touch and attacking potential.

Widebody-shaped pickleball paddles are control-focused. These are designed for players who prioritise precision, placement and touch. They are generally widebody-shaped, providing a larger and more forgiving hitting area for players who rely on accurate shot-making, resets and strategic play while still being able to generate power when required.