Tactical Returns Against Loopers
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Mike Deubig Asked 9 years ago
I have often come across players who will chop very short, bringing the opponent like myself very close to the table and then hit a long and fast chop to the backhand. I have seen this tactic used quite often when players who are rated in the US at 2300+ going against players who are rated above them at 2500+ who have a much better flip then their opponents so they shy away from hitting too many short balls. Many times the 2500+ player is quick enough to step around and loop the long chop with their forehand for a winner.
My question is this...What are other options that I could use besides the common tactic of returning the ball with a short chop then long chop to the backhand side? Thanks :)
Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago
Hi Mike,
You could develop your short push so that you can stop your opponent from flipping easily. That way you can play more than one short push.
You could try making a flick first as well. Sometimes even if the flick isn't strong, just the change up could be effective.
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