Bela, whose real name is Fernando Belasteguin, has declared his retirement from professional padel. On December 5, 2024, he played his final match in the Milano Premier Padel P1 event. Bela, a beloved character in padel who has been a dominant force for more than 30 years, chose to resign owing to physical difficulties.
He will stay connected with Wilson, helping to create high-quality goods, and continue to support Padel as a global ambassador. There is no denying his reputation as one of the finest padel players of all time.
Although padel is coming to an end, Bela’s influence on the game will live on for years to come.
Wilson Padel’s amazing video honoring the padel legacy can be found here.