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AdidasAdidas Match 3 3 Black Lime
Reviewed2024diamond

Adidas Match 3 3 Black Lime

The Adidas Match 3.3 is a head-heavy diamond-shaped beginner racket that leans into raw power at the expense of almost everything else — its fiberglass surface and EVA core deliver a stiff, somewhat unforgiving hit that beginners will find difficult to control under pressure.

Balancehead-heavy
Adidas Match 3 3 Black Lime padel racket — diamond shape
Performance

Every metric, scored out of 100.

Value
Good60
The verdict

The Adidas Match 3.3 is a head-heavy diamond-shaped beginner racket that leans into raw power at the expense of almost everything else — its fiberglass surface and EVA core deliver a stiff, somewhat unforgiving hit that beginners will find difficult to control under pressure. At 375g with a high balance point, it demands more wrist and shoulder effort than is ideal for new players still developing their swing mechanics, raising arm-fatigue concerns over longer sessions. It will appeal to beginners who prioritize a recognizable brand name and want a power-oriented tool on a budget, but there are better-rounded entry-level options available at a similar price.

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What we loved
Lightweight 375g frame enhances maneuverability for beginners
Diamond shape offers good control balance for developing technique
Head-heavy design boosts power without requiring advanced swing mechanics
Worth knowing
Low tolerance (51) means mishits will cost you—not ideal for erratic beginner form
Modest overall PRR score (60) suggests this competes better on price than performance
Inside the frame

What's inside

Coreeva-foam

Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.

ShapeDiamond · head-heavy

Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance point.

Surfacefibreglass

The texture and finish of the outer face.

LevelBeginner

Target player level for this racket.

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Price history
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Full specification
ShapeDiamond
BalanceHead-heavy
Core materialEva-foam
Surface textureFibreglass
Player levelBeginner
Playing stylePower
Year2024
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