Thursday, September 5, 2013

How To Draw Your Opponent Wide

By Davis Pete


In tennis, if you are able to hit a shot pass your opponent, you will win the point. To do this consistently requires some form of strategy and tactical presence of mind. So, how does one consistently execute a winning shot? We will show you how one can consistently attempt to create a situation for you to win the point.

The first thing to do is to to able to hit an acute angle ball cross court. This will usually draw your opponent wide out of the court. Usually, a good forehand cross court would do the trick and this will be followed by a weak return from the opponent which you can put away down the line.

It is more difficult to hit an acute angled cross court than a normal cross court shot. The key here is to be able to pull your shot faster as you follow through. The pace will be used to angle and curl the ball. One can also do this with the backhand.

One should only attempt an acute cross court shot when the ball is normally on the right hand side of the tennis court where an inherent angle is created. Such a shot ideally should be executed when the ball is somewhat short and towards the right hand side of the court. Inherently a natural angle is created for you to hit that acute cross court angled shot. Be bold and confident when trying the angled shot.

Lastly, be always on your toes and expect a cross court return from the opponent who is pulled wide. Finish off the weaker return with a down the line shot. Do not underestimate your adversary's ability to retrieve the ball and hit a strong angled return back. Be alert and you will be rewarded for your tactical acumen. Make use of the natural angle created based on where the ball is at your court. Do not be anxious to open up the court unnecessarily.




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