Short serve
A serve that bounces near the net, drawing the receiver forward. It is rarely used and easy to attack if it sits up.
När du ska slå det
Now and then as a surprise against a receiver who stands deep. Against a receiver who is slow to move forward.
Så slår du det
Use the same preparation as a normal serve and take pace off at contact. Add slice so the ball stays low after the bounce. Be ready for a fast return straight back at you.
Vanliga misstag
Floating the ball high, which gives the receiver an easy attack. Using it so often that it stops being a surprise.
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Frågor
Är short serve tillåten i padel?
Legal as long as it clears the net and bounces in the box (Rule 6.5). A short serve that clips the net and still lands in the box is a net serve and is played again (Rule 9.1).