Smashing very topspin lobs
Strokes
Ji-Soo Woo Asked 13 years ago
Hi Alois
If I am trying to smash a good quality lob with heavy topspin is it better for me to back off from the table and give the spin chance to fizzle off a bit (even if it means hitting the ball after its highest point) or should I try to still stay close to the table and smash the ball at or before its peak?
Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago
Hi Ji-Soo,
If the ball is kicking a lot you can move back from the table to allow it to settle a bit before you hit it. It does give the territory advantage to your opponent though. If you are pushed away don't try to hit the ball too hard, think more about placing the ball well and keeping your opponent away from the table. Then wait for a shorter and weaker lob to make a strong attack.
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