Nike  Nothing has been officially announced yet, but several clues suggest that the American brand is preparing its entry into the market.  paddle According to information from El4Set The first three rackets were reportedly unveiled at a private event organized by  Drake  and its brand  NIGHT  where Juan Lebron and Augustin Tapia were present.

Another element that fueled the rumors: a  Instagram story of NBA player Devin Booker , in which he is seen playing with a  Nike racket This confirms that the project does indeed seem to be progressing.

 Three models spotted 

According to  El4Set Nike is said to have presented three distinct models, aimed at the premium segment:

  •  Nike Command with double external drilling, a carbon that appears to be from  16K , an asymmetrical core and a sandblasted finish.
  •  Nike Attack , with a more aggressive design, conceived for offensive play.
  •  Nike Balance , more classic, with a construction in  12K carbon , a rough surface and a balanced approach between control and power.

 An arrival expected in 2027 

Always according  El4Set  and several industry sources  Nike is aiming for an official entry into the padel market in 2027. .

The goal would be to immediately establish itself among the major brands on the circuit, similar to what it has achieved in other disciplines.

 Tapia in the crosshairs 

For several months, the name of Agustín Tapia  comes back insistently.

The world number one is currently under contract with  NOX  until the end of 2028, but discussions have reportedly begun between Nike and the Spanish brand to explore a partnership.

The idea being discussed is that  Tapia wears Nike clothing while continuing to play with a NOX racquet , an agreement which, at this stage, remains at the stage of speculation.

Interviewed a few weeks ago by Sports worldThe Argentinian had acknowledged that Nike's interest represented something special.

"That would be a dream come true for me."

He did, however, specify that no concrete agreement yet existed.

Tapia reacts to Nike rumors: "It would be a dream for me"

 Padel is now attracting sports giants 

Whether it was the first snowshoes seen, or the presence of  Juan Lebrón  et  Agustín Tapia  during the NOCTA event or even the story published by  Devin Booker All the signals point in the same direction:  Nike  arrives in padel.

Benjamin Dupouy

I discovered padel directly during a tournament, and frankly, I didn't really like it at first. But the second time, it was love at first sight, and since then, I haven't missed a single match. I'm even ready to stay up until 3am to watch a final of Premier Padel !

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