Down-the-line lob
A lob played straight over the player opposite you, along the side wall.
Cuándo jugarlo
When the player opposite is close to the net. To change direction from your usual cross-court lobs.
Cómo jugarlo
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.
Errores habituales
Landing it long, since the straight court is shorter. Hitting it to the opponent's forehand smash.
Reglas de este golpe
Preguntas
¿Es legal la down-the-line lob en el pádel?
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.