🎾The Eastern backhand grip provides the best wrist stability for a one-handed backhand.
🔁Quick grip change, body coil, and pivot step are crucial for a successful one-handed backhand.
⭐️Holding the racket ahead above the grip level allows for more power and control.
📐Making contact in front of the body ensures better ball control and stability.
💪Finishing the swing with a pronated position and low-to-high swing creates topspin and lift over the net.
What grip should I use for a one-handed backhand?
—The ideal grip is the Eastern backhand grip, which provides wrist stability and allows for a neutral wrist position at contact.
Why is the power position important?
—The power position allows for a full swing and more time on the shot, resulting in increased power and shot options.
What is the benefit of holding the racket ahead above the grip level?
—Holding the racket ahead provides leverage, space to build racket head speed, and better control over the ball.
Why is making contact in front of the body recommended?
—Making contact in front ensures better vision, stability, and body support for a stronger and more controlled shot.
How can I generate topspin on my one-handed backhand?
—To generate topspin, drop the racket head below the contact point and brush up as you hit the ball, creating a low-to-high swing motion.
00:05Learn how to hit the perfect one-handed backhand in just three simple steps.
00:13The Eastern backhand grip provides the best wrist stability for a one-handed backhand.
00:35Quick grip change, body coil, and pivot step are crucial for a successful one-handed backhand.
01:54Holding the racket ahead above the grip level allows for more power and control.
03:13Making contact in front of the body ensures better ball control and stability.
04:48Finishing the swing with a pronated position and low-to-high swing creates topspin and lift over the net.
