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bhaavan goel
bhaavan goel Asked 15 years ago

my game is too defensive i always try to push even on a topspin. when i try to attack i start attacking on every return which makes me loose points. wahat should i do?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 15 years ago

Hi Bhaavan,

This is an important thing to focus on.  You should keep trying to make topspins on these balls.  If you work on this you will start to have a more advanced game.

Persevere!


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