Returning a smash

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vineeth agarwal Asked 13 years ago

sir how to return back a low smash in forehand side as well as backhand side?

Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Vineeth,

You need to think about trying to get away from the table to allow yourself some more time to see the ball. Then it is best to make a lob. Take a look at our lesson on the Lob.

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vineeth agarwal Posted 13 years ago

sir,its a real low smash.just above the net level.and it dips further down and so playing a lob against it is very difficult.any other way to tackle it?

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 13 years ago
Sounds like you will have to Block it then. It is more though to keep the ball low yourself so that they don't get the opportunity to make the smash.

anegondi nateri Posted 13 years ago

ya u need to block and keep the just over the net

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