Returning backhand topspin

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Siddhartha Raja
Siddhartha Raja Asked 13 years ago

sir i am not able to return backhand topspin which comes to my forehand with great spin when i return it with topspin it is not possible so please tell me what is my racket angle when i return it

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Siddhartha,

The change in your racket angle will depend on where the ball is going when you hit it.  If the ball is going into the net then you will need to open your angle more or if it is going out then close your angle.

I find that Backhand topspins often have more spin than forehands so players find it harder to deal with.

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