Playing Against a Lefty

Alexander Simonian Asked 8 years ago

Hi Alois,

I currently lose against a left-handed player who improved his forehand topspin and sends me some crazy fast side spinned balls to my mid table and I can't block them because I am not used to that direction and always short of time to choose the right angle to block. What is a general recommendation against left-handed attackers? What service and so on?

Thanks beforehand,

Alexander

Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Alexander,

I would try to serve shorter and then play the ball into his backhand more during the rally.  That sidespin from a left-hander can be really difficult to deal with.

Often players like that will have a weaker defence so if you can make the first attack you will force them on the defensive.  Strategically think of ways you can make that first attack.  It can change the game completely.