Forehand topspin on short ball

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Vijay Manthena
Vijay Manthena Asked 9 years ago

How to play a forehand topspin / smash stroke when the ball is short.

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago

Hi Vijay,

This is not a good choice of stroke.  If the ball is short then it is best to push or make a flick stroke.

The topspin is best attempted when the ball is long to allow yourself enough space to swing properly at the ball.

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