The vibora is a unique and aggressive shot in padel, often used by advanced players to gain an advantage over their opponents. It is a type of high volley played with a lot of side-slice spin, causing the ball to come off the back glass at a sharp angle. This shot is typically executed from the backhand court and is designed to make it difficult for the opponent to return the ball effectively.
Here are some key aspects of the vibora shot:
- Short Backswing: The vibora requires a very short backswing to ensure that the racket head doesn’t swing around the ball too much. This helps in maintaining control and generating the desired side-slice spin.
- Chopping Motion: The shot is played by chopping across the back of the ball, which creates the side-slice effect. This motion helps the ball to bounce off the back glass at an unusual angle, making it challenging for the opponent to predict and return.
- Practice with the Back Glass: Players often use the back glass as a practice aid to perfect their vibora shot. By standing close to the back glass, they can limit their backswing and focus on generating the right amount of side-slice spin.
- Volley Position: The vibora is typically played as a volley, meaning the ball is hit before it bounces on the player’s side of the court. This requires precise timing and positioning to execute the shot effectively.
Here is an interesting video on how to learn how to lay the vibora.
