Forehand in Backhand Corner

Table Tennis Strokes and Technique

Last updated 10 years ago

Malke Vu

Malke Vu Asked 10 years ago

I have a massive problem with my running forehand.

Maybe you know the running forehand from the Falkenberg exercise where you have to running into your backhand corner and topspin with FH. I always miss the shot (hitting the edge of my bat or not even hitting the ball).

How can I improve this kind of shot in order keep my opponent away from the table.

Here is a photo link to let you know what I mean : http://imgur.com/pZxOfpG


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Malke,

One of the important things is to make good position with your legs before you play this stroke.  You need to shuffle sideways and wide enough so that you can swing freely at the ball.

Take a look at this previous Ask the Coach video response. Forehand Pivot Footwork.

Once you make good position, there is no difference with the stroke from that position.


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