Cut block with the backhand

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Georgia Popovici
Georgia Popovici Asked 10 years ago

How to execute (if any) a block cut with backhand.?
I know how to do a block cut with the running forehand, but I've never managed to do the same thing with the backhand. By the way, I don't know if this is thecorrect name for the hit.
Thank you,
Georgeta


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Georgeta,

This is most common when using long pimples on the backhand side.  To make it with inverted rubber you need to come down very vertically with your racket and have a relaxed hand to absorb the speed and spin on the ball from your opponent.

It takes a lot of practice and skill to master.  Make sure you can use the normal block first as this will start to develop the touch you require.

For our Premium members we have a lesson on the stroke with the Long Pimples. Long Pimple Chop Block


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Georgia Popovici

Georgia Popovici Posted 10 years ago

I understood. I am using short pimples so the shot would not be possible.

Thank you anyway,

Georgeta


Dakota Castleberg

Dakota Castleberg Posted 10 years ago

Georgeta, 

You CAN use short pimples for a block chop, it just requires more touch then a regular block - is what Alois was saying, I believe. I'm pretty sure I've seen higher level guys use it in matches with inverted rubber.


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

It is more with long pimples than short pimples.


Johan B

Johan B Posted 10 years ago

Ma Long uses it regularly, but it tends to pop up quite high rather often


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