Best Right-Side Rackets 2026.

The right side of a padel court is the control position. Right-side players are the constructors of the point, setting the tempo, placing shots with precision, and creating the opportunities for the left-side player to attack. The ideal right-side frame has a generous sweet spot (round or teardrop shape), low-to-medium balance, and a soft EVA core that dampens vibration and enhances feel. Target a PRR Control sub-score above 78 and a Comfort sub-score above 72. Many right-side players also value all-court versatility, enough power to attack when the opportunity arises, but never at the expense of consistency. At tour level, Fernando Belasteguín, Paquito Navarro, and Juan Lebrón are exemplary right-side players: each relies on placement, touch, and court intelligence rather than raw smash power.