This exercise is the first progression in learning the drop shot technique in padel. Before attempting a proper drop shot, the player begins by working on the path of the racket and their ability to control a moving ball.
The objective is to learn to follow the ball’s downward movement with the racket, then lift the racket face slightly to bring the ball to rest on it, developing the touch and control needed to execute a drop shot.
This first progression focuses on isolating the downward movement of the racket, followed by a slight upward movement, which will serve as a reference throughout the session.