Babolat and Automobili Lamborghini seem ready to write a new chapter in their collaboration. Through a video posted on social media, the French brand sowed doubt with a clear message:
“New designs for those who define the standard. Released tomorrow.”
A short, effective teaser… that confirms one thing: Something new is coming in 2026.
A collaboration already established in the very high-end market
Since its launch in 2024 , the association between Babolat et Lamborghini has established itself as one of the most prominent in premium padel. The first model, the BL001 Produced in an ultra-limited series, it immediately made a strong impression due to its exclusive positioning and high price, close to... €5,000 for only 50 copies .
This first racket, manufactured directly in Lamborghini's facilities in Italy, embodied a unique fusion between:
- padel expertise Babolat
- and the Italian manufacturer's mastery of carbon fiber
A ramp-up in power with BL002 and BL003
Faced with this success, the collaboration quickly became more structured:
- BL002 (2025) : a more accessible version, still high-end, with a supercar-inspired design and expanded production
- BL003 (2026) : third stage of the project, confirming a desire to commit to the long term
This gradual move upmarket demonstrates a clear strategy:
moving from an ultra-exclusive product to a a true premium range established on the market
2026: A return to the roots with the BL001?
The current teaser directly mentions: NewBL001
A detail that is far from insignificant.
According to official information, a A new version of the BL001 will be presented in 2026. , notably during the Lamborghini Arena in Imola, a flagship event for the Italian brand.
This suggests several possibilities: a reinterpretation of the iconic model , a an even more exclusive edition , or a new generation based on current technologies .
Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

























































































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