Backhand from end of the table
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Hossam Samy Asked 13 years ago
Hi Alois,
I am having a problem in striking a backhand when the ball lands at the end of the table. I don't know if it is my position or swing that makes the problem. I am quite good in striking unreturned backhand balls that are pretty near to the net.
please I need help in this problem.
Thanks in advance
Hossam.
Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago
Hi Hossam,
Try to just take a small step back. This will give you the space and time to make your backhand stroke. If you can make a backhand well when you are in position then think about this movement.
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Hossam Samy Posted 13 years ago
Hi Rosario,
Thanks for the reply. I forgot to mention that, for my forehand, I have an opposite situation. I can strike far balls and not able to strike from near the net.
Thanks a lot.
Hossam.
Hi Hossam,
For the shorter ball try to get your right leg in closer to the net so that you can get closer to the ball.