Backhand sidespin stroke

aahel Guha Asked 13 years ago

Hi alois could you please explain how to play that backhand sidespin stroke from the back of the table.is it just a trick shot or a proper tt shot because i have seen quite a pros play that and also one in the pingskills tournament.

Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Aahel,

We do have a Premium video on this, Curve with Backhand.  It is no trick, it is a matter of getting the mechanics right.  It is easiest if you get the contact a little outside your body to be able to swing through properly.