How to do a dead ball when chopping

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hao jun Asked 10 years ago

Hi,

I would like to ask what we should do when we are chopping in order to create a no spin ball. Many Thanks!

Jun Hao

Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Jun,

To get less or no spin, you open the angle of you racket so that it is more vertical. This way you will brush the ball less on contact.

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D K Posted 10 years ago

Someone has stolen a question from my mind.. :D

Alois-and how can I make a no spin chop without letting my opponent to know?

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