HEAD Extreme Motion 2025
The Extreme Motion 2025 shares its shape and balance with the flagship Extreme Pro, but at a lighter 360 g. It’s the racket HEAD builds with Paula Josemaría, one of the leading players on the women’s tour, built for players who want power and faster handling in one frame.
The figures make the relationship with the Extreme Pro clear: the same 494 cm² diamond head, the same 270 mm balance point and the same 38 mm beam, but around 360 g instead of 370 g. HEAD describes it as the lighter, more maneuverable version of the Pro, and on court those 10 grams make a real difference.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Same attacking DNA as the Extreme Pro, in a lighter, faster frame.
- Auxetic 2.0 and UD Carbon layer deliver a connected, explosive feel.
- Smart Bridge adds stability without extra weight.
- Genuinely quicker to handle than the heavier Pro model.
Cons
- Still a diamond — off-centre hits are punished.
- Less outright power than the full-weight Extreme Pro.
- Demands attacking intent rather than a defensive game plan.
On-court performance
Back of the court
The lighter build makes preparing swings faster, though the diamond shape still rewards clean, centred contact over rushed defence.
Defence is still demanding with a diamond, but the lower weight helps you recover between shots and get the racket ready earlier. Late or stretched balls are easier to manage than with the Extreme Pro, which makes long rallies less tiring.
At the net
This is where the lighter weight pays off — faster reactions on quick exchanges and volleys compared to the heavier Extreme Pro.
Fast hands are its main advantage. In quick exchanges, the lighter frame lets you react earlier and stay aggressive without being caught late, while the shared balance keeps enough mass in the head for solid volleys.
Overheads (bandeja, víbora, smash)
Power is still very strong for offensive shots like smashes, viboras and X3s — just with less mass to swing than the flagship model.
The Extreme DNA is intact overhead. Smashes and víboras leave with plenty of pace, and because the racket is easier to swing, many players will generate more racket-head speed and repeat aggressive overheads more often across a match.
Comfort & vibrations
The Anti Shock Skin and Power Foam core help absorb impact reasonably well for a diamond of this type, though it remains a firm racket overall.
Anti Shock Skin and the Power Foam core take some of the harshness out of impacts, and the lower weight reduces fatigue over long sessions, although this is still a firm, attacking racket.
Spin
The carbon hitting surface gives reliable grip on kick smashes and cut víboras, so spin is a useful complement to the racket’s power.
Who it’s for / who should skip it
Good fit if…
- You’re an advanced or tournament player who wants power with faster handling.
- You found the Extreme Pro too heavy but liked the shape.
- You attack with spin, smashes and aggressive volleys.
Skip it if…
- You want maximum power above all else — the Pro delivers more.
- You play a primarily defensive game.
- You prefer round or teardrop shapes.
Extreme Motion vs Extreme Pro: which one?
Both rackets share the same shape, head size and balance point, and both have reviews on PadelCritic. The difference is weight: around 360 g for the Motion and 370 g for the Pro, which changes how quickly the racket moves and how tiring it is over a long match.
If you are physically strong and want maximum power in every overhead, the Extreme Pro is the one. If you want almost the same attacking personality with faster hands and less fatigue, the Extreme Motion is the smarter choice for most advanced club players.
Specifications
| Shape | Diamond |
|---|---|
| Faces | UD Carbon + Hybrid Woven |
| Core | Power Foam |
| Weight | 360 g (±10 g) |
| Balance | High (~270 mm) |
| Level | Advanced to Expert |
| Segment | Premium (Josemaría signature) |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
| Technologies | Auxetic 2.0, Power Foam core, Anti Shock Skin, 494 cm² head |
Note: small unit-to-unit variations in weight and balance are normal.
Alternatives
| Model | Why pick it | Trade-offs |
|---|---|---|
| Head Extreme Pro 2025 | More outright power if weight isn’t a concern. | Heavier, less maneuverable. |
| HEAD Coello Motion 2026 | Similar lighter-diamond concept, newer generation. | Slightly different balance profile. |
| QUAD Rhino | Teardrop shape — more forgiving without losing much power. | Less pro-level pedigree. |
Verdict
The Extreme Motion 2025 is a smart middle ground: it keeps the Extreme Pro’s attacking DNA and Auxetic 2.0 technology, but in a build that’s noticeably easier to swing fast.
For advanced and tournament players who want power without the extra mass of the flagship model, this is one of the more versatile diamonds HEAD has released.
It offers most of the Extreme Pro’s power in a racket that is easier to use for a full match, which makes it one of the most sensible attacking diamonds in HEAD’s 2025 range.
In 30 seconds
- Paula Josemaría’s racket: the Extreme Pro’s DNA, lighter and faster.
- Strong power with quicker handling at the net.
- A smart pick for advanced players who found the Pro too heavy.