How do play against chopping player?

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Tauri Helimets
Tauri Helimets Asked 13 years ago

I just don't know how to play against chopping player.

Trying to Topspin, but then he just gets point with stronger hit to my side.

It's a problem for me . Help me Pingskills:)  


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Tauri,

Take a look at an old blog we have on Playing against Defenders.

This will provide some answers for you.  

If he is hitting it probably means you need to keep him away from the table with your attacking strokes or if you push, then focus on keeping it to his weaker hitting side.


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