Backhand drive

Rai Ping Asked 9 years ago

Dear Alios/Jeff,

For my backhand drive, my racket should make some 45 degree angle with the table in principle, but when I start playing, my racket (bat) faces upward making more than 90 degree angle. I tried my hardest to maintain this racket angle, but in vain. When I make this angle, the ball ends up hitting the net. I even watched a lot of YouTube videos about it, I could not help myself.

How can I fix this problem of racket angle?

Thanks in advance.

Rai, Netherlands

Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago

Hi Rai,

Focus on the finish position of the racket that we show you. Think about the bat being in a position like you are taking a 'Selfie' with the forehand side of your bat. If you get it to there, you will get the racket at the right angle.

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Rai Ping Posted 9 years ago

Dear Alios,

Thank you so much for your worthy tips. I will try my best to apply it.

Kind regards,

Rai