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August 31, 2024
Willy

    Padel "willy" key takeaways

    • "Willy" is a name for an in between the legs shot
    • The name comes from an Argentinian tennis player

    What is a "willy" in padel?

    Named after Guillermo “Willy” Vilas, an Argentinian tennis player

    Another name for a Tweener, after Argentinian Guillermo “Willy” Vilas a tennis player who did one in 1975.

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    FAQs

    Why is an in between the legs shot called a "Willy"?

    Guillermo “Willy” Vilas, an Argentinian tennis player, famously did an in between the legs shot in 1975.

    Why are "willys" or "tweeners" used in padel?

    Between the leg shots are used often in padel because hitting to the opponents' feet is such a common tactic.

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