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Countering a Chop

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Andrew Lauzon
Andrew Lauzon Asked 13 years ago

How to counter a chop?

Jeff Plumb
Member Badge Jeff Plumb Answered 13 years ago

Hi Andrew,

You need to play the Forehand Topspin Off Backspin. The more backspin that is on the ball, the more vertical your stroke needs to be to help lift the ball. The other key is to ensure you have a brushing contact.

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