Slice backhand
The usual padel backhand: hit with backspin to keep the ball low and controlled.
When to play it
On most balls on your backhand side, especially low ones. Off the back glass, when you need control.
How to play it
Turn your shoulders, racket face slightly open. Swing from high to low and through the ball, contact in front. Hold the finish towards the target.
Common mistakes
Swinging up at the ball so it floats. Letting the ball get too close to your body.
Rules for this shot
Questions
Is the slice backhand legal in padel?
Legal under Rule 12.3: play the ball after one bounce, off the glass if you like, before it bounces again. It must reach the opponents' court, directly or off your own walls (Rule 14.1b), and must not hit their walls or fence first (Rule 13.1g).