Backhand Topspin finish positions

Table Tennis Strokes and Technique

Last updated 12 years ago

Ittipat Amonrungmetham

Ittipat Amonrungmetham Asked 12 years ago

Hi Alois

In your backhand topspin lesson, Jeff's finish position is very high, and he also uses a lot of upper arms.

I can do the backhand topspin when I copy Jeff's movement.

I see that many Asian players' finish positions are lower, at about shoulder level. They use mainly their forearms. But when I try to copy their stroke, I can't do it. The ball will often hit the net or go off the table!

Could you please advise how I can brush the ball effectively with a low finish position like at shoulder level?

Thanks in advance

Ittipat


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Ittipat,

To start with I think that the finish position can be quite high for a more reliable stroke.

Once you have the basic stroke you can start to get the finish position a bit lower and use your wrist and forearm more.  The wrist and forearm will give you more spin and speed and a more efficient stroke.

For the low finish you are brushing over the top of the ball. 


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