2025
Wilson
Bela V3
Teardrop365gHigh BalancePowerAdvanced
£175 RRP £228
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ShapeTeardrop
Weight365g
BalanceHigh
LevelAdvanced
StylePower
FaceCarbon 3K
FrameCarbon
Our Verdict
The Wilson Bela V3 2025 is one of the most technically layered offensive rackets in Wilson's current range, and it shows on court. Developed alongside Fernando Belasteguín — arguably the sport's greatest ever player — this racket reflects a career built on combining aggression with structured, intelligent play. The Spin2 Signature texture and Sharp Hole technology generate effect that advanced players can weaponise consistently, not just occasionally. V-Bridge geometry and the Stability Channel make this a reliable tool even when the point is moving fast, keeping shot quality high during exchanges at the net. For advanced players who want to impose themselves through power and spin while retaining enough structure to build points intelligently, the Bela V3 is a serious, well-engineered choice.
Pros
- Attacking players will notice unusual levels of spin and pace off the same swing, thanks to the Spin2 Signature surface texture concentrating higher density at the top of the face where smashes make contact.
- This racket feels remarkably planted on contact — the Stability Channel and V-Bridge geometry reduce twisting on off-centre hits in a way that most teardrop rackets at this price point simply do not manage.
- The Duo Grid hole pattern gives this racket a genuinely dual character: the larger holes in the upper face release the ball fast on smashes, while the smaller holes lower down allow more dwell time and precision when finishing at close range.
Cons
- Players below advanced level, or anyone who relies on consistent touch and soft hands from the back court, will find the stiff 3K carbon face punishing on defensive retrievals and difficult to time under pressure.
In Depth
The Face
Carbon 3K
3K carbon weave — the fewest filaments of any carbon variant, making this the stiffest surface available. Maximum direct power on hard contact.
Shape & Balance
Teardrop · High Balance
Sweet spot sits slightly above centre, with enough head weight to generate pace on attacking shots. More forgiving than a diamond on mishits while still offering good leverage for net play.
Who Buys This
Advanced · Power players
Experienced players who favour aggressive, attacking play. Suited to competitive club players who dominate from the net and want maximum pace on smashes and volleys. Demands clean contact — rewards it with explosive performance.
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