Holding the racket

Strokes

Rahul Parihar
Rahul Parihar Asked 12 years ago

Can I hold the racket in any why as i has develop my own grip in this grip both my thumb and my index finger are at one side (that side facing to me)and non of my finger in the other side(that side facing my opponent).


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Rahul,

You are allowed to use any grip you like however the grips that we show you in our Get a Grip lesson are the two most recommended ways.

The method you talk about will have limitations on using your wrist effectively in your shots.


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