Points to look for:
- The left foot has risen onto the toes, and will now swivel to the right of the player, as he brings the right side of his body across. Check the position of the left foot in the next photograph.
Table Tennis/ Ping-Pong Basic Strokes - Pendulum Topspin/Sidespin Serve - Side
By Greg Letts, About.com
Contact With the Ball
Contact With the Ball
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Contact has been made with the ball.
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