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Mastering the chiquita shot technique and strategy

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How should I play the chiquita shot in padel?

The chiquita is a soft shot played from the back of the court, typically after the back wall bounce, using a continental grip with a short preparation, aiming to hit under the ball while it's dropping to land it low at the opponents' feet and force a weak return.

What Your Guru Thinks

This explanation is very helpful if you want to understand the chiquita shot. Dani clearly breaks down the technique, explaining grip, preparation, and impact point. He also discusses the tactical reasons for using this shot and when it is most effective from the back of the court. Paying attention to the timing and softness of the shot as Dani describes is key.

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Added on: Jun 29, 2025
The Best Video to Understand the CHIQUITA in PADEL

Description

With this video you will understand how to use the CHIQUITA in PADEL.
What is this shot about?
When, where, how and why should you play it?
Stay with me and you will master the chiquita!

00:00 What is the chiquita?
00:34 Position
02:58 Technique: grip
03:52 Technique: preparation
07:51 Technique: impact point
08:36 Technique: ending
09:13 Technique: tactic
10:43 Traffic light system
11:29 Bloopers

You guys can ask me whatever you want in the comments!

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Audience: Beginner
Skill Level:
15%
Primary Shot: chiquita
Play Style: Defensive
Court Position: <none>

Tags

skill-beginner style-defensive shot-chiquita

Keywords

Chiquita Padel technique Court strategy Defensive shot Padel tips

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