Blocking a Slow and Wide Topspin
Strokes
Abishek Krishnan Asked 12 years ago
I am a right handed player. When my right handed opponent does a forehand loop, it is slow and the ball spins to my right hand side very wide. How can I block this shot?
I asked because I have to play against this opponent in my finals.
Abishek
Jeff Plumb Answered 12 years ago
Hi Abishek,
The slow spinny topspin your opponent makes can be a very effective shot. It sounds like he places the ball very well too. You'll need good footwork to move out wide to cover the shot. Take a look at our video on Footwork Basics to see the proper way to move to this ball.
Once you are in position you have a number of options which we explain in our video on how to Counter a Slow Spinny Topspin.
Good luck in your finals. Let us know how you go.
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