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Table Tennis Basic Strokes - The Forehand Topspin Serve

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End of Backswing

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End of Backswing
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The backswing has finished, and the forward swing about to start.

Points to look for:

  • The shoulders have continued to turn, and are now approximately at a 45 degree angle to the endline of the table.
  • The bat has continued to move backwards and slightly downwards into position.
  • The player has continued to focus on the ball.
  • The player has a slight forward lean from the waist.
  • The bat is in a near vertical position, with the tip pointing towards the camera.
  1. Ready Position
  2. Middle of Backswing
  3. End of Backswing
  4. Contact With the Ball
  5. First Bounce of Ball on Table
  6. Ball Goes Over Net
  7. Return to Ready Position

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