Blocking topspin
Strokes
Levi Olukayode Afolayan Asked 5 months ago
1. I am a lover of topspin and I am even training for it currently. I mean both FH and BH. However, I don't really know how to effectively block the same topspin stokes from the opponents. What do I do?
Kindly give me tips on this.
2. How do master to the art and science of attacking serves regardless of the kind of spin in it?
3. How do I stay longer in rally after initiating attack with my third ball?
Alois Rosario Answered 5 months ago
Hi Levi,
Here are some brief answers to these big topics:
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Blocking topspin
• Keep the bat angle slightly closed.
• Use a short, soft touch don’t swing.
• Let the opponent’s spin work for you.
• Stay balanced and meet the ball early, in front of you. -
Attacking serves
• Read the spin first by watching the contact.
• Start with small, controlled attacks: brush lightly, don’t hit hard.
• Against backspin, lift. Against topspin, close the bat. Against sidespin, adjust the angle to the spin.
• Practice with a partner or robot using predictable serves, then add variation. -
Staying longer in rallies after the third ball
• Expect the ball to come back.
• Use your next shot to re-establish control, not to finish the point immediately.
• Focus on placement and consistency rather than power on the fourth ball.
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