Down-the-line lob
A lob played straight over the player opposite you, along the side wall.
Wann du ihn spielst
When the player opposite is close to the net. To change direction from your usual cross-court lobs.
So spielst du ihn
Aim straight over the opponent's backhand shoulder if you can. Keep it a little higher, since the court is shorter. Recover as your partner covers the middle.
Typische Fehler
Landing it long, since the straight court is shorter. Hitting it to the opponent's forehand smash.
Regeln für diesen Schlag
Fragen
Ist der Schlag down-the-line lob im Padel erlaubt?
Legal under Rule 14b: the lob only has to clear the net and bounce in their court. If it reaches their back glass or fence before bouncing, you lose the point under Rule 13g.