Press release, May 2025

STIGA Sports presents the Cybershape 18K Hard Adam Axelsson Edition padel racket

In a short time, Eskilstuna-based STIGA Sports has established itself at the top of the world's padel racket manufacturers. This is largely thanks to a revolutionary design - the same hexagonal racket shape that was a hit in the hands of sister sport table tennis superstar Truls Möregårdh.

Now comes the latest addition to the STIGA Sports line of Cypershape-shaped padel rackets: the Cybershape 18K Hard Adam Axelsson Edition.

The two-metre tall, nineteen-year-old from Småland joins a prominent group of athletes who have put their name on some type of sports equipment. Adam, who is one of Sweden's most promising padel players - known for his explosive playing style, long reach and constant pursuit of perfection, was the first in the world to play with Cybershape rackets in padel.

‘For me, it has been extremely interesting and exciting to be involved in the development of this new racket. I am very impressed by STIGA Sports' designers and product developers. And of course I have to admit that it feels pretty cool to see your own signature on a racket that will be used by thousands of players around the world,’ says Adam Axelsson.

At STIGA Sports, the sentiments are the same:

‘For a player like Adam, only the best will do. His high level of ambition and wise input has been a great help in the process of creating this racket. We are convinced that in 2025 Adam Axelsson will advance several steps in the world padel rankings,’ comments STIGA Sports Mattias Westerberg, Commercial Manager.

The product development department at STIGA Sports describes the racket as follows:

‘The Cybershape 18K Hard Adam Axelsson Edition is a powerful attacking racket with unbeatable acceleration, great ball feel and maximum control. The iconic design provides a rigid construction with a unique shape that increases speed without compromising feel. The Cybershape model delivers up to 12% less drag and more efficient power transfer, making the game faster and more dynamic. The racquet's sweet spot is 20% larger than traditional round models. The Crystal Grip spin surface and long handle provide increased reach, better grip and a comfortable two-handed grip. With 360 Carbon Frame and hard foam, it's built to take the hardest hits and give you an edge in every duel.’

Learn more about Adam Axelsson

For more detailed information, press photos and more, please contact:

Josefine Brøgger, Press Officer, STIGA Sports

Tel: +46 708 84 35 08

E-mail: Josefine.brogger@stigasports.se