The most common shots in padel are the forehand and the backhand. In padel, these shots are slightly different compared to tennis. The forehand is played from your dominant side, right side for right-handed players, while the backhand is played from the opposite side, left side for right-handed players. In this short article, you will …
As we have mentioned in previous articles, for most players the forehand is their strongest shot. There are, however, two main types of forehand: the topspin forehand and the flat forehand. In this article, we will look at the differences between the two, their advantages and disadvantages, and which one might be better for your …
The forehand is considered by many players to be the strongest and most effective groundstroke compared to the backhand. We have already talked about forehand technique, so let’s now look at the five most common mistakes players make on the forehand that can hold their game back. 1. “Wrong” forehand grip Although we do not …
Along with skills, mental strength, and equipment, tennis grips have always been a crucial factor in a player’s development. How and where a player holds the racket has a major impact on their overall game. In this article, we will explain the advantages and disadvantages of each grip, which shots they are used for, and …
What Is a Forehand in Tennis? The forehand is one of the very first strokes players learn in tennis. But how is a forehand actually executed? Unlike the backhand, the forehand is considered the strongest groundstroke for the majority of players, regardless of whether they are right-handed or left-handed. It is the shot right-handed players …
We have already covered topspin in our topspin and slice article, but let’s refresh our memory. Topspin is a type of spin added to the ball to control its trajectory, speed, and behavior after the bounce. The main goal of topspin is to create a heavy shot that travels fast through the air but drops …
