Towards the body
A ball aimed straight at an opponent, usually around the hip or the racket-side shoulder, so they have no room to swing and must block.
Cuándo jugarlo
When an opponent at the net is set and waiting for a wide ball. When you have a ball at a comfortable height near the net. Against players who like to step into the ball and attack.
Cómo jugarlo
With a volley or a drive, aim at the hip on the racket side, where blocking is hardest. Use firm, controlled pace rather than full power. Be ready for a blocked reply that drops short.
Errores habituales
Aiming at the head, which is dangerous and not good padel. Using it from deep, where the opponent has time to step aside.
Reglas de este golpe
Preguntas
¿Es legal la al cuerpo en el pádel?
Legal: under Rule 13 a player who is hit by the ball loses the point, and Rule 14 counts it as a good return. The conduct rules forbid hitting the ball violently at opponents when it is not in play.