Counterhits vs. Loops

Horace He Asked 12 years ago

I'm somewhat confused about the differences between counterhits and loops. Is the counterhit just a loop with less topspin? I've watched your videos on both counterhits and loops, and I'm somewhat confused.

Finally, given that you have a reliable loop, is there any reason to hit a counterhit if you can hit a loop?

Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Horace,

You are right, the topspin or loop is just a counterhit with more topspin, starting a lower and brushing the ball more.

Having these strokes similar will make switching between them easier and will make it easier to adapt during a rally.