Penhold & shakehand
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Thangavel Vibeeshan Thangavel family Asked 5 years ago
I'm a modern penholder, now days everyone's says it's old & difficult to topspin, movement, footwork etc.
But I like penhold, is that ok with penhold to upgrade my state levels by using this grip.
And I'm 6 feet height & also learned backhand grip of modern penhold.
And can I switch penhold to shakehand grip is that ok to handle?
Alois Rosario Answered 5 years ago
Hi Thangavel,
There are still a lot of high level player playing with the penholder grip. It is OK to stay with this grip.
I think it is best to stay with one grip throughout a match otherwise you will waste too much time and effort switching between the two.
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Thangavel Vibeeshan Thangavel family Posted 5 years ago
Thank you so much
We have also answered this in our recent Podcast. Show #354 - How Old is the Two Colour Rule?