Rhythm is pickleball’s most underrated weapon, says pro

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Veteran pro Eva Welsher says rhythm is pickleball's most underrated weapon, pointing to world No. 1 Anna Leigh Waters. Welsher broke down how Waters dictates match tempo by attacking the instant an opponent hits what should be a safe reset, catching them off balance.

Waters rarely gives away free points and reads patterns faster than rivals, Welsher told Times Now. She urged players to watch for the moment an opponent relaxes after a good shot, and to never switch off after their own reset, because elite players exploit that window.