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Agustín Tapia

  • FIP rank #1
  • 21623 pts
  • Left side
  • Plays Nox

Agustín Tapia plays the Nox AT10 Genius 18K ALUM — shop it and the rest of Agustín’s padel gear at Padel USA, in stock and shipped from the US.

Agustín Tapia, "El Mozart de Catamarca," is the world No. 1 and the creative left side of padel's dominant pair with Arturo Coello. He plays the Nox AT10 Genius 18K Alum, a teardrop that turns touch into power.

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About Agustín

Agustín Tapia (born 1999 in Catamarca, Argentina), nicknamed "El Mozart de Catamarca" for his innate touch, is one of padel's most gifted players and the current world No. 1. He works the left side of the court alongside Arturo Coello, the sport's dominant pair, and has closed each of the last three seasons as the year-end No. 1 player. Tapia's game blends silky volleying and disguise with an explosive, fast-handed attack. His signature Nox AT10 Genius 18K Alum is a teardrop all-rounder: an aluminized 18K carbon face and multilayer EVA core keep it controlled at slow speeds yet release real power and spin when he swings hard. As an authorized Nox retailer, Padel USA ships genuine AT10 rackets and gear from within the US.

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What padel racket does Agustín Tapia use in 2026?

Agustín Tapia plays the Nox AT10 Genius 18K ALUM. See the Nox AT10 Genius 18K ALUM →

Where can I buy Agustín’s gear in the US?

At Padel USA — Agustín’s racket is in stock and ship from the US.

What brand does Agustín Tapia play with?

Agustín Tapia is sponsored by Nox.

What makes Agustín Tapia's playing style different?

Tapia is famous for elegant, fast-handed touch, hence the Mozart nickname. From the left side he mixes disguised volleys and soft blocks with sudden, explosive smashes, one of the most creative attacking games in Premier Padel.

Is the Nox AT10 Genius 18K Alum a control or a power racket?

Both, depending on how hard you swing. Its teardrop mold (around 38 mm) and multilayer EVA core stay forgiving on slow exchanges, while the aluminized 18K carbon face and Dual Spin sand finish unlock genuine power and spin when accelerated, an all-court racket rather than a pure power head.

How does the 18K Alum compare to the Nox AT10 Genius 12K Alum?

Same mold and technology, different feel. The 18K Alum uses a slightly more flexible, comfortable carbon, while the 12K Alum is stiffer and more solid for players who want a firmer, more demanding response. Most players find the 18K the more versatile, forgiving option.

Who should play the Nox AT10 Genius 18K Alum?

It suits attacking intermediate and advanced players who want one racket for both control and finishing. At a declared 360-375 g with the tunable Weight Balance counterweight system, you can dial it toward maneuverability or extra punch as your level grows.

Who does Agustín Tapia partner with on tour?

Tapia plays the left side with Spain's Arturo Coello, who covers the right. Together they reached No. 1 in Premier Padel and ended 2025 as the year-end No. 1 pair, widely cited as one of the most successful duos in padel history by titles.

Gear last verified June 2026.