Topspin or Drive

Strokes

trilochan singh
trilochan singh Asked 15 years ago

Hi Coach,

I have one question. In advanced level which one is better fast drive shot or fast topspin shot.

Thanks in advance


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 15 years ago

Hi Trilochan,

In general the topspin is better because it has a better margin for error.  The topspin will give you better clearance over the net.

You will see at the higher levels, most players will topspin rather than smash, unless the ball is very high.


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