Defending heavy topspin

Strokes

Someone Anyone
Someone Anyone Asked 4 years ago

How to deal with heavy topspin as a defender when we are pushed away from the table


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 4 years ago

Hi,

Try to have a more vertical stroke to deal with the heavy topspin.  Also have a softer hand to absorb some of the spin.

Take a look at our tutorials on Backhand Chop and Forehand Chop to help you as well.

 

 


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