Don't move backward

DHS Lover Asked 11 years ago

Hi PingSkills

My coach always tell me to not move backward when playing and tell me to always get close to the table

can you tell me why ? but when i'm not move backward, i can't do a good topspin stroke especially when topspining a topspin

In topspin against topspin video, you also said to get closer to table but how ? as the topspin will kick out and fast so i've to move backward to generate a good topspin stroke

please for the answer :D

thank you very much

Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Frendy,

Try to stay as close as possible to the table. Against faster shots you may need to move further away but don't just move back by habit.

← Forehand Down the line Pivot First / Inducement Topspin →

In This Video, You'll Learn:

✅ How to adjust your technique for topspin rallies (compared to topspin vs. block)
✅ Why your stroke should be more forward and how to generate dip with topspin
✅ Tactical strategies – Mix up speed, spin, and placement for better control
✅ How to train this stroke effectively, even without a strong training partner

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DHS Lover Posted 11 years ago

so can i know why i must keep close to table ?

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
It gives you the most options and cuts down the time that your opponent has.

Jeff Plumb from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
Hey Frendy,

You can try that if the ball is high enough and you feel comfortable with the shot. Having more topspin on the ball allows you a greater margin for error though as this will cause the ball to dip more.

Oliver Posted 11 years ago

From experience, here are a few more reasons why you should stay closer:
1. You have less table to cover
2. You have more options when someone topspins to your backhand
3. If you move back too much, your shots become weaker
4. You can deflect your opponent's spin and use that against them.

I'm very glad I changed my style to close table.

Don't move backward

DHS Lover Asked 11 years ago

Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

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DHS Lover Posted 11 years ago

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
It gives you the most options and cuts down the time that your opponent has.

Jeff Plumb from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
Hey Frendy,

You can try that if the ball is high enough and you feel comfortable with the shot. Having more topspin on the ball allows you a greater margin for error though as this will cause the ball to dip more.

Oliver Posted 11 years ago

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Don't move backward

DHS Lover Asked 11 years ago

Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Recommended Video

Forehand Topspin to Topspin

In This Video, You'll Learn:

Thoughts on this question

DHS Lover Posted 11 years ago

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago It gives you the most options and cuts down the time that your opponent has.

Jeff Plumb from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago Hey Frendy, You can try that if the ball is high enough and you feel comfortable with the shot. Having more topspin on the ball allows you a greater margin for error though as this will cause the ball to dip more.

Oliver Posted 11 years ago

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Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
It gives you the most options and cuts down the time that your opponent has.

Jeff Plumb from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
Hey Frendy,

You can try that if the ball is high enough and you feel comfortable with the shot. Having more topspin on the ball allows you a greater margin for error though as this will cause the ball to dip more.