Emergency lob
A lob hit as high as possible when you are under pressure, to buy time to recover your position.
When to play it
When you are out of position or off balance. When you need time to get back into the point with your partner.
How to play it
Get under the ball and lift it high. Aim for height first, then depth. Use the time to get back into position.
Common mistakes
Trying a low, flat lob under pressure. Standing still to watch it.
Rules for this shot
Questions
Is the emergency lob legal in padel?
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.