For now, that's what it is. If anyone is just starting out in tennis and uses a one handed back hand this is the simplest and most effective grip for it. A hammer grip and a spread grip are both functional (in different ways) – I've come across both variations with students and had to fix the heel position in some cases. An instant after contact, Federer's topspin is evident in how far his racquet has risen. So now it is a problem to want to be the No1? "Rafael Nadal 10: A unique shot which sees him almost hit his head on the follow through.

This is key to his effectiveness and why he's won so many matches. The Continental Grip. Some players rotate their heel pad on high backhand volleys more toward the top bevel and it is still called continental…..so maybe this modified grip is also called eastern. however the heel of the hand is another – and just as important. He switches it slightly for when he slices the ball. Exclusive Member of Mediavine Home.

the index finger knuckle is one indicator of the grip. You had more people use a the grip Federer use, and it just suits his playstyle. Two important tips I learned from this clip: To further illustrate the importance of heel pad position, in a continental grip, with the first knuckle on bevel 2, the heel pad position is a really big deal. One handed backhands are becoming more and more of a rarity on the ATP Tour so seeing someone like Roger Federer utilise this dying art and still be effective is a joy to behold.

As you can see in the top knuckle (the index finger) is practically in line with the frame of the racket. On a high bouncer, I'll even go to semi-western.. and even angle my wrist to close the face. One of Federer's huge advantages is the great footwork he uses before playing the shot, by getting in position early he is able to hit the ball from a solid base and make contact with the ball out in front of his body with his arm as straight as possible. The mission of the site is to allow tennis journalists and fans freedom and creativity in their writing, personal commentary, and out-of-the-box analysis. Copyright © 2011 - 2020 - peRFect Tennis. I think it is slightly under the handle, maybe at a 3.5 or so, leaning toward a semi western.

Eastern Forehand. *PREVIEW ONLY*, full vid…, Wilson Pro Staff 97 V13 Review https://t.co/iQkJQBZ0bv. Yes, it confirms what Will demonstrated a few years ago, as you point out.

'Roger Federer's backhand is especially good on quicker surfaces', says German legend. OCTOBER 16, 2020 19:10 ... a flatter stroke than Rafa's without the extreme western grip. Find out in today’s video! Wow I wish I could. Of course, Jonathan has kept it non-technical to cover a broader audience. His backswing isn't elaborate and doesn't extend behind his back unlike some players especially on the WTA tour. It's worth remembering that the straight arm contact point comes as a direct result of his swing patch and preparation, it's not done intentionally. Devastating from anywhere on the court, but not quite the monster that the Spaniard possesses," Becker went on.

I've been a tennis coach for almost 35 yrs, and find your website very interesting and informative.

Now, since the semi-western grip is possibly the most popular grip on the pro tour, why does Federer go for the eastern forehand? By using big steps to get to the ball and smaller steps to adjust he is able to cover the ground but not get too cramped when it's time to play the all-important shot.

The baseline is his natural territory, but most players would love to have his touch around the net as well." Throughout all elements of the shot, the racket and his arm form an L shape and this again allows for stability, efficiency and power. I feel like talking just about the grip of Federer isn't that useful unless you talk about his swing path. He switches it slightly for when he slices the ball. At the start of his forward swing, Federer has dropped his whole racquet slightly below the ball. It looks more like a modified eastern grip due to the heel pad. I FindThem Very Helpful. it seems to me that if you split step at the ball toss, that toss & hit would have to be pretty darn quick…..if it's not, u're pretty much waiting and flat-footed until the ball is struck….thereby defeating the purp of the split. If you split step at server's contact, as you suggest in this video, you'll be late. If you want to learn a bit more about peRFect tennis and what to expect from the site, then head over to the about page. If you watch the slow motion clip below you'll notice that Roger's arm is almost locked when he makes contact with the ball. Federer does this by utilising great footwork and using what's called a straight-arm forehand; whereby the arm is virtually straight on contact. Need a lot of work with the straightening of the arm but it will come improved footwork which in turn will be a result of improved fitness, something I’m obsessed with these days. Using a low to high swing path means that the racquet brushes up the back of the ball but at contact point it is completely parallel with the court and out in front his body allowing to the backhand to be hit with power and spin. Nadal uses those strings that roll with the ball (then snap back into position). Having his left hand on the racquet throat helps Federer make sure he turns his back somewhat toward the ball and sees the ball over his shoulder, thus loading his core muscles for a short but powerful rotation that will bring his upper body to a square (sideways) position at contact. Leave them down below.

When you think of a one handed backhand that transcends the sport then one player's comes to mind and that's the Roger Federer Backhand.

RT @peRFectTennisUK: The Best Tennis Racquet for Senior Players Plus, these guys all set the racquet face straight at the ground at the beginning of the lag, in the back-swing. The Roger Federer forehand – a thing of beauty, the most natural looking shot in the game of tennis but also one of the most devastating and versatile shots to ever grace the sport.

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