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Tweener

What is a "tweener"ย in padel?

"Tweener" is short for "in between the legs."

A "tweener"ย is a shot hit in between the legs, often defensively. This occurs when a player hits a ball in between their legs. It is also known as a "Willy" after the Argentinian tennis player, Guillermo โ€œWillyโ€ Vilas, who shot a tweener in 1975.

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What is a "tweener" in padel?

"Tweener" is short for "in between the legs." This occurs when a player hits a ball in between their legs. It is also known as a "Willy" after the Argentinian tennis player, Guillermo โ€œWillyโ€ Vilas, who shot a tweener in 1975.

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