Inside-out topspin strokes

Strokes

Zaid Jamal
Zaid Jamal Asked 8 years ago

Hi there

I wanted to know how to play inside-out top spins. Also if I should play an inside-out shot or use the other hand.(Instead of an inside-out forehand play a backhand and vice-versa)

Thanks


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Zaid,

Take a look at the lesson on the Sidespin Forehand Topspin.  This will show you how to do the shot.

It is a reasonable option as a change up.  Don't try to do it as your standard shot though.


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Zaid Jamal

Zaid Jamal Posted 8 years ago

How about backhand inside-out topspin


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 8 years ago

You can do that too but the same applies.  Make sure you can do the basics well first.


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