Sidespin Topspins

Jonathan Huynh Asked 13 years ago

how do you can you deal with hook and fade loops/topspins?

Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Jonathan,

Take a look at our lesson on these strokes, Sidespin Forehand Topspin. This will also show you how to counter them. I thin one of the best ways is to do a sidespin topspin back.

This naturally counters the spin on the ball. You can also topspin them straight by brushing the top of the ball fast. This will get the ball rotating straight forwards.

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Jonathan Huynh Posted 13 years ago

thanks alois.

Sorry for the long wait for reply.