Topspin contact straight line

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Il Ill
Il Ill Asked 10 years ago

Master Rosario,

I have a problem with the correct topspin. I talk about more up-spin, not sidespin-loop.

I dont know how to brush the ball in the contact with the wrist - with straight line or I must to close (rounded contact)? 

Which is the both is more used by prof. players?

Thank you in advance .

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Il,

It is important to develop a straight topspin.  If you are getting sidespin on the ball think about turning your wrist back slightly and brushing up right at the back of the ball instead of a little on the side.  The turning of the wrist is like opening a gate.

The top players use mainly straight topspin because you can hit the ball faster.  If you add sidespin you will have to slow your stroke down to gain consistency.

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Il Ill

Il Ill Posted 10 years ago

Thnak you, master Rosario.

Your help is very useful.


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

No problems Il.  Glad it helped.


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