How to stop defensive backspin

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Bradey Crust
Bradey Crust Asked 10 years ago

So i was playing against someone and all they did was play defensive backspin and i use a lot of topspin but i know topspin does not go well against backspin what should i do instead?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Bradey,

You should keep trying to topspin the ball.  It is the most effective way to combat defensive players.

Take a look at the lesson on Forehand Topspin Off Backspin.  This is an important stroke to master.


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