Dubai based luxury brand Caviar, renowned for its bespoke smartphones and accessories, is expanding into the world of elite sports with the launch of Altair. This is the world’s first padel racket designed as a collector's piece, featuring a radiant gold finish and solid 18K gold accents.
The Rise of Padel Among the Global Elite
Padel has quickly become the sport of choice for a new generation of tastemakers, from Hollywood stars to Arab royalty. Its profile was significantly raised by advocates like Dubai's Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, who helped establish padel as a true lifestyle statement. The golden racket is named Altair, after the star with an Arabic name — an astronomical and cultural tribute to the UAE, which has played a key role in the rise of padel worldwide.
Exquisite Craftsmanship in a Limited Edition
Meticulously handcrafted in Caviar’s ateliers, the Altair is limited to an exclusive series of only three pieces worldwide. Its face is finished with a brilliant gold finish, while the handle and matching wrist strap are wrapped in supple buffalo leather. Inserts of pure 18K gold on the grip elevate the piece from high-performance gear to a true collector's artifact. Each racket is accompanied by a custom travel case. Worldwide delivery is available.
A Collector's Piece for the Court
While the Altair is built to professional standards for play, it is presented foremost as a work of art. Caviar advises that the handcrafted gold finish is best preserved as a display piece, as frequent impact during a game may diminish its visual brilliance.
Priced at $8,070, each numbered racket marks the beginning of a new sporting legacy. Following this debut, Caviar will introduce a game-ready collection of padel and tennis rackets for active players, available at a more accessible price.