The difference between Loop and Topspin

Strokes

Nick Mukherjee Asked 11 years ago

Hello There,sir.

I am a great fan of pingskills. I learn a lot from your videos and other stuff.

I am confused about what is a loop and topspin?

also what is difference in them?

Thank you very much sir.

Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Nick,

A loop is term used to describe a topspin that is a bit slower with more spin on it. they are all topspins just different forms of the same stroke.

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Jeff Plumb from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
Take a look at this previous video response to a similar question.

Nick Mukherjee Posted 11 years ago

Thank you very much sir!!

D K Posted 11 years ago

And how should I adapt my stroke to create the slowest,lowest and most spinny ball that is possible?

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