Against cobra attack?

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acap karim
acap karim Asked 15 years ago

I used topspin against my opponent, suddenly my opponent block my topspin use his bat like a 'cobra'.. I called it 'cobra' stroke. I dont know what the official name of that stroke.. and also the return ball is more powerful. im stuck at counter it.. help me..


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 15 years ago

Hi,

Sounds like this opponent has a good counter attack.  Think about moving the ball around to different positions to stop this stroke.  See where he likes it from and then change the direction of your attack.  Sometimes this will make a big difference. 


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