How do you improve your sidespin loop

Strokes

Jonny zhi
Jonny zhi Asked 2 years ago

Hey alois I can topspin with pure topspin really well now. However I'm learning how to sidespin loop but I keep on hitting the net and missing the ball it's so frustrating. Do you know how to improve?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 2 years ago

Hi Jonny,

Take a look at the tutorial on Sidespin Forehand Topspin.

The sidespin topspin is more difficult as you are not hitting straight through the ball so there is always a chance to miss the ball.  Keep working on the stroke if you think it is useful but also make sure you are able to play the straight topspin consistently.

 


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