Looking play at padel and you don't know exactly which side to choose on the track ? Here are some things that will make you realize that on the right it is not so bad.

We start on padel because it is a friendly sport, where we have fun, we meet new people… But the day comes when we decide to go a little further and we want to win matches, play better, look for a partner who corresponds to us, and above all we want to look like these exceptional players that we see on the screens.

These talented players who are they? Very often spectacular players who hit the ball very hard are able to complete the point in 1 stroke, in short, players on the left. But be aware that before moving to the left, all these players learned the important work of positioning themselves to the right. The position of the drive, of course, is less spectacular, we touch less balls, but the work done is essential so that the player on the left can shine. Here are some points that will make you choose the right side on the track.

  • Be patient

This is the basis. You know, you're going to hit fewer balls than your partner, but you can't fall asleep. You have to stay active and attentive to everything that is going on because in case your partner applies in putting the ball back into the court 20 times, then suddenly it comes towards you and you realize the fault, the agreement may take a hit.

  • Show your talent and intelligence

On the right, for a right-handed person, the angles are reduced. You will have to work on the technical and tactical aspects to bring the game to your favor. Very often it is this player who will dislodge the opponents from the net. A talented move, well thought out, well placed, which will allow your team to gain the upper hand on the point.

  • The perfect lob

A right-hander on the right, who masters the art of the lob, will be like in his garden. It is much easier to control the lob on this part of the track. Why ? Because with the forehand we have the track open in front of us, and we can distribute with precision a nice high ball in the diagonal which will push back our adversaries, but also and above all, which will prevent them from making a smash.

  • Net agility

On the right, at the net, you need a good hand and good reflexes. Each ball you touch should favor a final ball for your partner. In general, this player reads the game better and cuts the trajectory of the ball to surprise the opponents. Be attentive, eyes wide open and leap like a cat on its prey.

  • A place without pressure

If you analyze the matches of padel without “punto de oro” being on the right is quite relaxing because you never have to deal with advantage points. Aside from returning the first point of the game, it will be your partner who will have to bear the mental weight of returning to the balls for advantage.

  • The perfect place for lefties

Of course left-handers can also play on the left side, but in general the fact that they play on the right is a plus for the pair. We end up with an offensive team, which can make the difference at any time. The left-handed player on the right will therefore have no pressure and can either prepare the point for an explosive right-hander, or take the reins of the point and treat us to magic shots.

Julien Bondia

Julien Bondia is a teacher of padel in Tenerife (Spain). Columnist and advisor, he helps you play better through his tutorials and tactical/technical articles padel.