Guide
Padel Shots Explained: 12 Shots You Need and When to Play Them
Serve, return, groundstrokes, lob, wall return, volley, chiquita, bandeja, víbora, smash and bajada. What each shot does and when to reach for it.
17 February 202414 min read
Articles
Padel articles that hold up on court
Practical padel articles, sourced statistics and short tips you can use on court tonight.
- Guide
Padel Techniques: How to Move, Defend and Control the Net
Learn how preparation, compact swings, court position and partner movement connect the main padel techniques from the back glass to the net.
17 February 202412 min read
- Guide
The History of Padel: From Acapulco in 1969 to the Modern Game
Padel started on a 20 × 10 metre enclosed court in Acapulco in 1969. This timeline tracks how it grew through Spain, Argentina, FIP and the professional game.
15 February 202411 min read
Guides
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Statistics
Sourced data on participation, growth and market numbers.
Tips
Short advice you can use in your next match.
Padel glossary
Padel terms and Spanish words explained in plain English.