Tactics to beat tennis players on the padel court

What this lesson covers

Tennis players often feel comfortable at the net and with aggressive overheads. They frequently use chip and charge tactics to move forward quickly. These habits leave them vulnerable when forced into situations they dislike. They struggle with patience, managing the glass, and selecting the right smash technique.

To counter these opponents, use the glass to your advantage. When they hit fast, flat volleys, let the ball reach the back glass before guiding it back softly. If they chip and charge, volley into the open gaps or down the middle to catch them in no man's land. When you lob, hit it high to force them into difficult overhead choices and move forward immediately to claim the net position. Anticipate their tendency to hit hard at your body, as they often rely on tennis-style passing shots.