Backhand volley
The volley on your backhand side, with the racket face slightly open and a short slicing punch to keep the ball deep and low.
When to play it
At the net on balls to your backhand side and at your body. Through the middle when both opponents are back.
How to play it
Racket up, turn the shoulders early. Punch forward and slightly down with an open face. Keep your wrist firm through contact.
Common mistakes
Meeting the ball late, beside or behind your body. Flicking the wrist, which sends the ball wide.
Rules for this shot
Questions
Is the volea de revés legal in padel?
Legal under Rule 14.1a once the ball has crossed the net. You lose the point if you play it on your opponents' side before it crosses (Rule 13.1f) or touch the net or posts with your body or racket (Rule 13.1a).