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Guides, technique and padel culture — from our writers.
TrainingHow to play padel safely through Tashkent's summer heat: how much to drink, what to wear, when to book a court, and which court type to pick.
Padel cultureFrom empty courts a couple of years ago to booked-out evening slots: how and where Tashkent's padel community actually lives and grows.
For beginnersOne ball into the net and your head follows it. Here's how padel beginners reset fast after a mistake instead of unraveling for the rest of the match.
TechniqueThe smash is the finishing move at the net: grip, footwork, the four contact phases, target strategy, and drills that turn an easy lob into a point.
TechniqueThe grip is padel's most underrated skill. We break down the continental 'hammer' grip: how to find it, how tight to hold, and where it works.
TournamentsAmericano, Mexicano and King of the Court are the most popular social padel formats. Here are the rules, the scoring and which one fits your group.
TrainingThe middle of the court is where amateurs lose the most points. Here's how to read the transition zone: when to move up, how to move, and which shot gets you to the net.
GearYour shoes matter more than your racket, yet most beginners buy them last. Here's how to pick the sole, the fit, the budget — and avoid the classic mistakes.
TechniqueThe return is the most underrated shot in padel. Learn the ready position, three return options and a step-by-step technique to stop gifting away points.
The PlayPadel blog is a knowledge base about padel: stroke technique, pair tactics, choosing gear, the rules and tips for beginners. Articles are written by practising coaches and players, so the advice works straight away on court.
Here you'll find beginner guides, breakdowns of advanced technique, racket and ball reviews, news from Tashkent's padel community and reports from tournaments. Read to play smarter and enjoy every game more.
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