Willy
"Willy" is a name for an in between the legs shots
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.