Wilson Defy LS V1

Wilson built the Defy LS as the most accessible frame in the Defy family, and it lands in our Wilson collection as a power racket you can actually swing. If you've been browsing our Padel rackets for something diamond-shaped that won't punish your arm, this is the one to read about. It's aimed at the intermediate attacker who wants to finish points without inheriting a tour pro's weight penalty.

The shape tells the story. A diamond head sits its mass up top, loading the smash and overhead with natural momentum. Wilson keeps the balance low, though, so the frame still handles like something lighter than it hits. At 345 to 365 grams it stays manoeuvrable when you're defending deep and need to reset quickly.

Under the surface, a Power Foam core does the heavy lifting. It's a high-density foam that returns the ball with pace while keeping a crisp, solid feel at contact. The carbon frame adds the rigidity that turns that core energy into output rather than absorbing it.

What softens the blow is the Comfort Flex face. It's a face construction designed to dampen vibration, so the power arrives without the harsh sting you'd expect from a diamond. That combination is why seasoned players still pick the LS up when they want raw speed in a forgiving package.

The hole pattern is split for a reason. Larger, more open holes near the top boost speed through the air and power on overheads, while the tighter holes towards the throat sharpen spin and control on volleys and defensive blocks. Add the Spin² texture across the face and your slices and topspin smashes get real bite.

This racket reads a 8 for power against a 6 for control, which is honest: it wants you attacking. If you're an improving aggressive player chasing a lighter way to end points, the Defy LS gives you the punch without the weight. See you on the court.