NOX AT10 Genius Attack 18K Alum 2027 Padel Racket (Agustín Tapia)

The 18K version of Agustín Tapia's attacking Genius. A diamond head and high balance with NOX's Oversize Grip, which adds 30mm to the handle for extra leverage on overheads — paired with the 18K aluminised carbon face from the flagship Genius 18K, on a firm, multilayered MLD core.

How it plays. Heavy and punishing at the net. Padelful's early look at the 2027 scored it 9.4 for power against 6.6 for control and 6.4 for manoeuvrability, praising heavy volleys, bite on the víbora and flat smashes that clear the fence. Their criticisms are the classic diamond ones: the high sweet spot punishes lobs, it is slow in fast exchanges, and it feels harsh on off-centre blocks. PadelSapiens reached the same verdict — very high power and spin, low handling, physically demanding. NOX rate the feel medium, a touch less firm than the 12K Attack.

What's new for 2027. The mould has been redesigned for aerodynamics and movement control, the EOS Tunnel at the throat is new, and it gains NOX's VCS anti-vibration layer bonded inside the handle (NOX claim up to 56% less impact reaching the wrist than the previous generation). Weight Balance lets you add up to 8g in 2g and 4g weights. Core, face and weight carry over.

Where it sits. The Genius Attack 12K Alum Xtrem is the same diamond format with a crisper, firmer response, and Aimar Goñi's Ventus Attack 12K Xtrem is the Ventus line's diamond. In stock now, the 2026 AT10 Genius Attack 12K Alum Xtrem and the Tecnifibre Bomba Max, an 18K-carbon diamond, are attacking alternatives.

Is this the racket for you?

• Yes if you are an advanced attacking player, usually on the left side, with good technique, timing and a strong shoulder.
• No if you are still developing or have arm trouble. For a Tapia racket that defends too, take the Genius 18K Alum.

Specifications from NOX's 2027 product page and the catalogue supplied by the Australian distributor, checked 9 Oct 2026. Manufacturer weights vary by around ±5–10g. Padelful's 2027 notes were published before retail stock reached customers; full independent reviews had not been published when this page was written. Photos supplied by NOX. Ratings are quoted from the sites named; we have not court-tested this frame ourselves. Sources: NOX · Padelful (2027 notes) · Padelful (2026 model).