Running backhand
A backhand played on the move. Aim high and safe, usually a lob or a cross-court ball.
When to play it
When you are pulled wide on the backhand side. When a ball off the glass comes out further than expected.
How to play it
Take small adjusting steps as you arrive. Use a short swing and lift the ball with margin, or play a lob. Recover to the middle.
Common mistakes
Going for a winner on the run. Hitting flat into the net.
Rules for this shot
Questions
Is the running backhand legal in padel?
Legal under Rule 12.3: play the ball after one bounce, off the glass if you like, before it bounces again. It must reach the opponents' court, directly or off your own walls (Rule 14.1b), and must not hit their walls or fence first (Rule 13.1g).