5th ball drive or loop

Strokes

Romeo Chua
Romeo Chua Asked 9 years ago

Hi guys :)

If my opponent blocks my 3rd ball attack, should I drive the ball back or loop the ball back? 


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago

Hi Romeo,

It is better to drive the 5th ball but make sure you put some topspin on the ball to keep it down.

I find a to of players lift that ball off the end because of the subtle variation in spin that is coming to them.

We do have a Premium lesson for our Premium members on this topic as well.  Forehand Followup.


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