Down-the-line lob
A lob played straight over the player opposite you, along the side wall.
Når du slår det
When the player opposite is close to the net. To change direction from your usual cross-court lobs.
Slik slår du det
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.
Vanlige feil
Landing it long, since the straight court is shorter. Hitting it to the opponent's forehand smash.
Regler for dette slaget
Spørsmål
Er down-the-line lob lov i 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.