Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 2026 Padel Racket
R 2,799.00
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Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 2026. beginner control racket from The Padel Market.
The Padel Market Playing Profile
ShapeRound
Weight350-360g(10g)
FaceSoft Fibre
CoreBlack EVA
BalanceLow
LevelBeginner
Description
The Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 2026 is a control-oriented racket from Babolat's entry-level Vertuo line. Its round shape, fibreglass face and soft core make it forgiving and easy to handle, ideal for beginners focused on control and consistency.
The Babolat Counter Vertuo 2.6 2026 is Babolat's most forgiving, most comfortable padel racket, engineered for beginners, recreational players, and improving intermediates who want to enjoy more of their game, make fewer unforced errors, and protect their arm through every session. Built with a soft fibre face and elastic Black EVA core, it delivers easy, effortless power and the largest sweet spot in the Babolat 2026 range. If you're new to padel, returning after a break, or simply want a racket that works with you rather than against you, this is where to start.
The Counter Vertuo is built around one idea: make every ball easier to return. The hybrid teardrop head shape gives you the widest hitting zone in the range, so off-centre contacts still come back cleanly. The soft fibre face flexes on impact and loads energy into the ball like a spring, generating power without requiring a big, aggressive swing. The Black EVA core absorbs incoming pace and converts it into a smooth, controlled response. The result is a racket that turns defence into counter-attack without effort, letting you focus on court position and placement rather than technique.
South Africa's padel scene is growing rapidly, and the majority of new players joining clubs across Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban are beginners and improvers looking for an accessible, enjoyable entry into the sport. The Counter Vertuo is built for this audience. Its soft fibre face and Black EVA core keep the ball in play even on mishits, making those early club sessions far more enjoyable and less frustrating. The Vibrabsorb system protects your arm on the harder, faster courts common in SA, reducing the risk of the tennis elbow that sidelines many new players. It's lightweight at 350-360g, easy to swing through warm SA conditions, and forgiving enough to handle the unpredictable bounces off SA court walls. Available with fast nationwide delivery from The Padel Market.
Technology
Soft Fibre face (fibreglass)a soft, flexible fibreglass weave on the hitting surface that bends on contact, loading the ball with energy and releasing it with a natural spring effect. Delivers effortless power with exceptional forgiveness, especially on off-centre contacts where a carbon racket would lose the ball.
Black EVA corea soft, elastic foam core that absorbs incoming pace and rebounds the ball with controlled, consistent energy. More elastic than standard EVA, it provides a smooth, cushioned feel and superior comfort on every contact.
Hybrid teardrop shapea round-leaning hybrid head that places the sweet spot low and wide on the face, maximising the forgiving zone and making the racket easy to time on defensive returns, lobbed balls, and lateral stretches.
Vibrabsorb System (SMAC)elastomers integrated into the graphite of the racket core filter vibration on impact, reducing the shock transmitted to your wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Specifically designed to lower the risk of arm injuries including tennis elbow, a common issue for padel players using stiffer carbon rackets.
3D Spin+raised surface texture with a rough finish adds spin and grip on every contact, improving ball control and making your lobs and slices more effective even as a developing player.
Holes Pattern Systemoptimised hole distribution tuned to the hybrid shape improves stability, consistency of response across the face, and precision when redirecting the ball.
Smart Buttcapcustomise or remove the wrist strap for hygiene, comfort, and style preference.
Specifications
ShapeHybrid teardrop
BalanceLow / head-light
Weight350-360 g (± 10 g)
SurfaceSoft Fibre (fibreglass)
CoreBlack EVA (soft, elastic)
LevelBeginner / Intermediate
Play styleControl / Counter-attack
Shipping Information
- Free delivery on orders over R2000
- Orders processed within 1 business day of payment
- Standard delivery takes 1 to 3 working days
- Trusted couriers: The Courier Guy and PUDO
- Tracking sent by email or SMS once dispatched
Questions? WhatsApp us on 078 682 5432.
Warranty
Every racket is covered by its manufacturer's warranty, which varies by brand. The warranty covers genuine manufacturing defects, up to the amount paid for the racket. It does not cover damage from improper use, mishandling, or normal wear and tear like grip wear or surface scratches.
If you think you have a warranty issue, message us on WhatsApp 078 682 5432 and we will guide you through the brand's claim process.
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