Mastering Doubles: How to Intercept the Shuttle Early

🏸Intercepting the shuttle early in doubles is crucial for gaining an advantage over your opponents.

🚀A well-executed jump and reach allows you to take the shuttle higher and closer to the net, maintaining an aggressive and attacking position.

🎾Intercepting the shuttle early in doubles is different from singles as it focuses on reducing the opponent's reaction time and maintaining control.

🏃‍♂️To intercept the shuttle early, focus on leading with the racket and using a sideways jump to maximize reach.

🎯Maintain control during the shot by using a bevel grip and guiding the shuttle down, keeping yourself in a good attacking position.

Why is intercepting the shuttle early important in doubles?

—Intercepting the shuttle early in doubles allows you to maintain an aggressive position and put pressure on your opponents. It reduces their reaction time and makes it more difficult for them to counterattack.

Is intercepting the shuttle early the same in singles and doubles?

—No, intercepting the shuttle early in doubles focuses more on reducing the opponent's reaction time and maintaining control, while singles emphasizes being on balance. Doubles requires a sideways jump and reach to intercept the shuttle early.

What grip should I use to intercept the shuttle early in doubles?

—When intercepting the shuttle early in the midcourt, use a bevel grip to maximize the angle of the racket. If the shuttle is slightly behind you, adjust your grip so that the strings point straight and guide the shuttle down.

Should I hit the shuttle hard when intercepting it early?

—No, focus on maintaining control rather than hitting the shuttle hard. The goal is to keep the attack going and put pressure on your opponents, so a controlled shot is more important than power.

How can intercepting the shuttle early in doubles benefit my game?

—Intercepting the shuttle early in doubles gives you more options to attack and keeps your opponents on the defensive. It creates more space in the front court and allows you to maintain control of the rally.

00:02In doubles, intercepting the shuttle early is crucial.

00:27Intercepting the shuttle early puts pressure on opponents and reduces their reaction time.

01:40Jumping and reaching maximizes your ability to intercept the shuttle early.

03:09Leading with the racket and using a sideways jump helps in intercepting the shuttle early.

04:58Using a bevel grip and guiding the shuttle down ensures control during the shot.