On Wednesday I am playing a cup match against a player that plays back from the table and plays topspin shots from a long way back. He is a better player than me and because it is a cup match it will be judged on the number of points won. We will get a handicap. When I get my smash away, I usually miss the 3rd smash. How would you advise playing against him considering I am trying to win as many points as possible?
Playing against a defensive topspin
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Sam Evans Asked 13 years ago
Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago
Hi Sam,
If he is a better player he may feel comfortable against your smash, even at full speed. I would think about variation rather than speed to win the points. Play a few balls slower and then faster. If he is comfortable away from the table, bring him in closer with a slower ball. When you are ready and in good position then play a fast ball.
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Sam Evans Posted 13 years ago
Do you think adding side spin to my smashes would help?
You can add sidespin but it makes the stroke a lot more risky.
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