Force service return to forehand

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Ilia Minkin
Ilia Minkin Asked 11 years ago

Hi Alois,

I use the pendulum and the reverse pendulum services in my play. I'm also a very forehand oriented player and my rivals know this -- they often return my services with backspin to my backhand to force me to pivot. How can I "enforce" the service return to my forehand?

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Ilia,

It is difficult to make them hit it to one position but think about the placement of your serves.  Remember a lot of players will return cross court so if you want the ball to come to your forehand side, serve the ball more to their forehand corner.

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