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Table Tennis/ Ping-Pong Basic Strokes - Forehand Smash Against a Lob

By Greg Letts, About.com

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Start of Backswing

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Start of Backswing

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The player has seen that his opponent is playing a lob, and is starting his backswing.

Points to look for:

  • The hips, waist and shoulders have turned to the player's right, winding up his muscle power, which will be unleashed when he hits the ball.
  • The right foot has moved backwards, and has turned slightly, so that it is now parallel to the endline of the table.
  • The knees are bending, and will be straightened when the players swings forward at the ball, adding to the power of the stroke.
  • The player is watching the oncoming ball closely.

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