Tips for executing an effective padel drop shot.
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Your #1 Takeaway
How do I hit an effective padel drop shot?
An effective drop shot is hit softly with backspin, ideally when the opponent is deep in the court, aiming for the ball to bounce low and stay near the net, acting as a change of pace or potential winner.
What Your Guru Thinks
Understanding the drop shot is key for changing pace and disrupting your opponents. The coach explains when to use it, focusing on surprising the opponent when they are far back in the court. They also give a useful tip about racket preparation, emphasizing keeping the knuckles up for a backhand drop shot and using the palm for the forehand version. This simple adjustment can help you get the right feel for the shot.
Easy drop shot. Keep your knuckles up!
Description
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Audience:
Lower Intermediate|High Intermediate
Skill
Level:
45%
Primary
Shot:
Drop Shot
Play
Style:
Defensive
Court
Position:
none
Tags
skill-lower-intermediate
skill-high-intermediate
style-defensive
Keywords
Drop Shot
Backspin
Change of Pace
Padel Technique
Knuckles Up
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