Staying Alive Against Chopper

Strategy

Ian Costello
Ian Costello Asked 13 years ago

Hi Alois,

Offten against my dad when he chops, I make one topspin and the next one I hit it into the net! And he's a player with S.P.

Thanks,

Ian.


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Ian,

Often when you topspin the first ball the next one will come back heavier. Because the ball is already rotating in that direction, it is easier for then to make the ball spin with backspin. 

Just use a more vertical stroke on the second topspin or push the second ball and wait for a better opportunity to make a strong attack.


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Ian Costello

Ian Costello Posted 13 years ago

So just like the vid 'Help Against A Chopper'?

Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 13 years ago
Yes it is.


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