Control

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Nick Spingos
Nick Spingos Asked 11 years ago

Hello , 

i just started playing table tennis and i cant understand what we mean by "control". Can you please explain it to me with an example? 

Thank you

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Nick,

Control is the ability to put the ball where you want to.  If we are playing a forehand it is about being able to put the ball on the table many times in a row.  The best way to improve control is to try and get as many shots on the table in a row as you can.

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