Bajada off the side glass
The attacking bajada played on a ball that rises high off the side glass rather than the back glass, struck in the air on its way down.
When to play it
When a high ball comes off your side glass at shoulder height or above. When the other pair expect a defensive lob.
How to play it
Stand off the side wall and let the ball come out to you. Wait for it to start dropping, then hit in front with slice or flat. Aim low and deep, often cross-court.
Common mistakes
Hitting it while it is still rising off the glass. Standing too close to the side wall and getting cramped.
Rules for this shot
Questions
Is the bajada de pared lateral legal in padel?
Legal under Rule 12.3: after its bounce on your side, the ball is still in play off your side glass, and you may play it in the air before it lands again (Rule 13c).