Anti spin flick

Strokes

Mikey Silverio
Mikey Silverio Asked 11 years ago

Hi! I recently struggled with an opponent with a particular forehand. When he flicks or loops, his special rubber doesn't generate as much topspin compared with regular rubber. So when I try to block or counter it with my backhand, it usually goes into the net. What should I do?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Mikey,

Sounds like he is using an Anti-spin type rubber.  This can be an awkward shot to return.

When he does this shot you need to think about lifting the ball more.  The ball will come through slower than you are expecting and also with less topspin.  In some circumstances you can even push the shot back.


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Erriza Shalahuddin

Erriza Shalahuddin Posted 11 years ago

If he truly uses the antispin on his forehand, maybe you can try serving a heavy chop on his forehand to force him use topspin as his return.

I'm just talking about theory, since I've never been playing against a player using true antispin.... :(


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