Stun Your Padel Enemies With The Sleeper
If you’re looking for the killer move no one will see coming, you’ve come to the right place. At padel, the sleeper is a particularly helpful stroke. The function is akin to a tennis “dropshot.”
The approach, however, is different owing to the unique nature of the padel racket and the circumstance.
Check out these deadly dormilona attacks in the WPT:
I bet you’re now curious as to how to replicate this finishing move on the padel court, don’t worry we have you covered
Keep in mind that the ultimate aim is for the ball to glide over the net and land close to it. After then, the ball should bounce and spin in your direction.
- Stand sideways, as if preparing to volley with your backhand, straighten your arm, hand facing down, and practice balancing your hand forward.
- Open your racket grip. Request that a buddy aid you by tossing simple balls at you. Your aim will be to “slide” the racket beneath the ball by balancing it forward. Assume you’re “cutting” the ball’s illusory legs.
This move can be used in two ways:
When counter-attacking, opponents will anticipate a quick shot as the ball rushes towards the player after striking the back wall. A drop shot is a fun and easy method to catch your opponent off guard. You’re also taking advantage of the gap between the net and your opponents. Your opponents are unlikely to reach the ball if you play in this “empty area.” This video provides a good illustration of the problem.
When attacking, if there is a lot of space between your opponents and the goal, a drop shot is a smart option. A drop shot is often employed after a deep shot, which moves your opponent to the back of the court, providing the gap between you and the net discussed before.
