Forehand finishing position
Strokes
Evan Sider Asked 13 years ago
You said for the forehand topspin, you should start with the racket at your waist and end at your eyebrow. I end just over my shoulder, so a bit farther. Is it bad if i follow through too much? thanks
Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago
Hi Evan,
The finish position is really important. If you go across your face to your other shoulder you are playing too big a stroke and also you are throwing yourself off balance. Try to focus on this finish position and see if you can get it just right. I think it is a really vital part of the stroke.
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Evan Sider Posted 13 years ago
Ok i will work on that