Reverse Penhold Backhand Angle

Table Tennis Strokes and Technique

Last updated 8 years ago

Romeo Chua

Romeo Chua Asked 8 years ago

I've recently started using the penhold grip and I can't seem to return balls without sidespin. What should the angle of the bat be so that I can get pure topspin?


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Romeo,

This is an awkward part of the stroke.  See if you can get the bat facing directly to where you want the ball to go.  This will allow you to get pure topspin.  It si an awkward angle to get your wrist into.  Relax your wrist and you can also slightly shift your finger position to allow the bat to face the right direction.


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Romeo Chua

Romeo Chua Posted 8 years ago

Good idea!



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