Chop block

Strokes

Jason  Bui
Jason Bui Asked 5 years ago

Is it possible to chop block a smash? I’ve heard Adam bobrow could chop block a smash and works effectively.


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 5 years ago

Hi Jason,

It is possible but it is very difficult. Β It is much easier to block the ball with a bit of topspin so that the ball going back can dip onto the table


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