Extreme Motion 2026: 360 g and Paula Josemaría’s signature
The HEAD Extreme Padel 2026 range brings together the Extreme Pro and Extreme Motion with an attacking focus. Both models retain a diamond shape and a 270 mm high balance. HEAD also equips them with Auxetic 2.0, Power FOAM and Extreme Spin, a 3D texture designed to increase ball grip.
The Extreme Motion 2026 is listed at 360 g, 10 g lighter than the Pro. HEAD presents it as quicker to handle while keeping the weight towards the head. Paula Josemaría is the player featured with this model, and her signature is engraved on the frame. In HEAD’s official presentation of the range, she highlights that point:
It is incredibly fast and maneuverable, which allows me to attack with complete confidence.
With the same balance, removing 10 g from the Motion reduces the mass that has to be moved. On the specification sheet, it therefore targets an attacking player who values faster preparation and quick reactions close to the net. A court test is still needed to assess the actual feel, especially stiffness and forgiveness.
Extreme Pro 2026: 370 g for more mass through the shot
The Extreme Pro 2026 rises to 370 g and keeps the same 270 mm high balance. HEAD targets advanced and expert players looking for more mass on smashes, víboras and attacking volleys. Power FOAM and Extreme Spin remain part of the package, alongside Auxetic 2.0 for impact feel.
The Pro and Motion are not a simple power-versus-control split. HEAD positions both inside its attacking family. The main distinction is mass and handling. With the same balance, 370 g requires more effort to accelerate than 360 g, in return for a racquet the brand describes as more stable and more powerful.
Pro or Motion: 10 g and €40 apart in France
HEAD’s French product pages make the choice between the two models straightforward:
- Extreme Motion 2026: 360 g and €240, with handling prioritized within the attacking range.
- Extreme Pro 2026: 370 g and €280, with more mass and an advanced-to-expert target.
On HEAD’s French store checked on September 2, the Motion can be added to the cart. The Pro still carries a “Coming soon” notice. HEAD also says the models will arrive at selected specialist retailers. At publication time, the two racquets are therefore not at the same availability stage in France.
