Last updated 13 years ago
Hi Marcin,
Sounds like you are developing a bit of tension when you are playing in matches where you see the result as important.
You say you play better against the better level of player. This is because you are not expecting yourself to win the match so you can play more freely. However when you play against players of similar ability you are more worried about the result.
Focus more on playing some good Table Tennis during these matches.
The faster equipment may be little responsible. When you are tense the faster equipment is very unforgiving. The ball really shoots off too fast and it is difficult to control your strokes. This is why you are probably become more defensive in your stroke to try to compensate.
Two things to work on, perhaps getting a slower setup. Secondly, working on your relaxation during your matches.
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