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Padel vibora shot explained (+video)
The vibora is an aggressive overhead that uses sidespin to kick the ball off the side wall. This guide covers the technique, when to use it instead of a bandeja, placement strategy, and drills to build consistency.
Padel bandeja shot explained (+video)
The bandeja is a defensive overhead that lets you stay at the net instead of retreating. It accounts for over half of all overheads in professional padel. Our guide covers technique, placement, common mistakes, and drills.
Padel rules: the complete guide (updated for 2026)
In short - padel is doubles-only racket game, played in a glass-walled court, with underhand serves and walls you can play the ball off. The scoring is the same as tennis. This guide covers the full FIP ruleset.
Tennis school vs Academy vs Club: what is the difference?
A tennis club is where you play, a tennis school is where you learn, and a tennis academy is where you train. The differences come down to coaching intensity, structure, and commitment
Can you play with a cracked tennis racket?
A cracked tennis racket changes how the frame flexes, absorbs shock, and transfers energy. Here is how to spot a crack, whether you can fix it, and when it is time to replace your racket.
Netflix's Rafael Nadal documentary: is it worth watching?
Netflix's new four-part Nadal docuseries looks worth watching if you care about elite tennis psychology, his final season, and the competitive rituals that made him who he was.
How to win against a better player in tennis
If your opponent is slightly better than you, trying to hit bigger is usually the fastest way to lose. A smarter plan is to remove rhythm, shrink the target, and make the match uncomfortable.
What is mini tennis?
Mini tennis (a.k.a red ball tennis or short tennis) - uses smaller courts, slower balls, and shorter rackets to make tennis for kids fun and effective. Not only that - red ball tennis is effective as a warm-up for adult players.
A modern approach to tennis forehand grips
Here is our realistic guide to the 4 forehand grips in tennis. Which grips PRO players use, and how to pick the right one.
Tennis levels explained: how to know where you stand
We have prepared a clear breakdown of tennis skill levels, the main rating systems (NTRP, UTR, WTN, FFT), and what it takes to move between them.
Best tennis academies in Spain in 2026
Spain produces more top-100 ATP players per capita than any other country. That's not an accident. Here are top-5 tennis academies in Spain you should know about
Padel vs pickleball: What's the difference?
Padel and pickleball feel very different. This guide covers the real differences - rules, courts, equipment, difficulty, and which sport fits different types of players.