thumb position

Rahul Ramesh Asked 13 years ago

hi jeff,

what should be the position of the thumb on the rubber or on the handle

Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Rahul,

Put your thumb where it feels comfortable. I find it is comfortable just resting on the bottom of the rubber. Just make sure it doesn't go up too high on the rubber because that will tighten your wrist and make it more difficult to generate speed and spin.

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andrew brand Posted 13 years ago

i have been playing about 2 and half years now, and i still cant settle my thumb in one position for all shots. i generally only have it on the rubber when doing backhand topspins. when backhand pushing or any forehand shots i have it on the wood.

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 13 years ago

Hi Rahul,

A little movement is OK. As long as it doesn't mean big changes in your grip during the rally.

Albert Lo Posted 13 years ago

Hi Alois,

I would like to know while resting your thumb at the bottom of the rubber, does it rest adjacent to the middle finger or there is a gap between the 2 fingers?

Albert

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 13 years ago

Hi Albert,

You can have it touching the middle finger or have a gap. Whichever is more comfortable for you. I prefer to have a gap but that is just my preference.

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