One Handed Backhand SPIN vs FLAT - Tennis Backhand | Connecting Tennis

[@blowap8191]

Nice video, very well explained. You persist in calling the finish “ pronation “ ,but in fact it is supination.

[@jackquinnes]

You have excellent techniques in your one-handed backhands, Gaston - which is no surprise since all your techniques are smooth and fluid, a pleasure to watch. Your differentiation of the two distinct types of 1HBHs, one for the topspin; other for flatter shots is very clear and illustrative. Okay, must go to train some!

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks a lot Jack!! Happy to get comments from you, always so kind !! :) Let's get to train!!

[@thedean6219]

Enjoyed! Good job! Really reviewing your one hand backhand and forehand videos to capture the pointers you make that are key foundational aspects of developing these 2 solid strokes. Thank you!

[@yannisk8584]

Very useful explaination ! There’s a lot of stuff on KZbin and you explained the best

[@ripleypipe]

I normally hit all my backhands with topspin, however you've now demonstrated the flat version and I'm keen to try it, a shot I thought only a player like Demitrov could produce! Thank you Gaston.

[@ConnectingTennis]

The flat is an amazing resource to have. Important to know how to use it! Thanks for the comment..I hope those flat backhands are rocking!

[@KH-ks7si]

I’m the complete opposite for my powerful shots I his only flat, I cannot hit hard with spin. I think this will help. I just need to get used to using my legs

[@koonyak]

hey gaston i've just adopted ur tip on the flat backhand and it works! thank you so much!

[@tarun_sanu]

This video explains the one-handed backhand really well!

[@moorthynarasimha1678]

Good morning.. I am just a club player in the Southern part of India... Your suggestion to point the right shoulder towards the ball is a nice instruction.. I will follow it.. Thanks a lot..

[@jwong472]

solid technique, detailed explanation & no time wasted on self promotion. i like it. thanks

[@bryanwiley1900]

Great video, your knowledge and explanation of what to do, takes me to the next level. Thank you!

[@joseprata4968]

Great video and spot on , on the BH tecnique.

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks!! :)

[@will457]

Great demonstration, very informative, thanks.

[@neygercey7899]

I wish I had a teacher with your teaching abilities here in Curitiba then probably my backhand would be fixed by now.

[@Ytexsg]

Nicely done my Friend, love it, I want to try that technique on my next practice👍👍👍

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks to you!! Glad you love it!! :)

[@aldousbwilson]

How do we prevent/convert hitting the sidewinder (Sideways ball rotation) for the one hand backhand down the line and crosscourt. That would be a great video.

[@papajthegreenminded686]

I love how you teach it... thank you

[@WhiteTsunami]

Really good video. Ty and best regards from Italy!

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks a lot!! all the best!

[@marcosuboldi1908]

Hola Gaston! Me gusto mucho la explicación entre los dos tipos de revés! Aunque uso los dos tipos de revés, muchas veces no me doy cuenta por que se dan en función del ritmo del partido. Voy a tratar de poner más atención a estos golpes. Gracias Gastón. Un gran saludo desde Utah! Escribime un par de líneas si podes!

[@hkpandey1]

Great tip... Will try... Thanks

[@studfinderball]

Knee and below I slice. Knee to nipple I hit flat and hard. Above that I moonball with a little topspin. Pistol grip, base knuckle between one and two.Forefinger pad on bevel 5.

[@hadizambarakji6336]

Hey this is a nice clip, thanks. So on a flat back hand do you also pronate at the end? So is the finish the same if you lift or if u hit flat? Thx and have a great day Hadi

[@JonathanHernandez-bg9oy]

MUY BUEN VIDEO POR CIERTO, so when you’re hitting the flat BH on the point of contact do you control your wrist on it or simply hit the ball

[@snowy6753]

"For you to create more spin on the ball, you have to hit from under the ball." "You kind of create an L with your racquet and your arm here, 90 degrees." At 7:10 (also 7:18) the racquet tip is lower than the handle but the shoulders are level. Is dropping the tip below the handle caused by opening the L to more than 90 degrees or by internally rotating the shoulder or by something else?

[@danielsouza6663]

I don't speak english mas consigo entender suas aulas. Very good !!

[@ConnectingTennis]

haha que bom que consegue entender! :) Qualquer duvida me pergunta aqui.. valeu!!

[@jonathanchen1026]

So for flat backhands, you want to hit the ball when it’s rising, while topspin backhand you want to hit the ball when it’s dropping?

[@ConnectingTennis]

Correct! You got it! :)

[@rajatisivan381]

Nice video. Question on when to start the racquet pull forward. I find it helpful to start the pulling motion forward when the racquet tip is still up and all the way back. As opposed to using the non dominant hand to drop the racquet first and then start the pulling motion. Would like to hear your thoughts

[@ConnectingTennis]

Hey! Thanks for the comment. Yes, that is a good appreciation. For the flat option I like to "pull the trigger" forward once my arm reaches the "farest" position behind, so you have a good load.. Keep in mind that this will depend also on the ball coming and how fast it comes, so you don't get late on the shot! Thanks!

[@TheIrishmiracle]

very good demonstration

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks a lot Tom!

[@henrykwok2985]

great explanation

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks!

[@the_right_path_14]

So I basically top spin when the ball comes down and flat on its coming up ?

[@Hope4unow-7]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@antonioambriz6049]

Great video. I have a general question. Is it normal for the one handed backhand to feel loose at contact? I find that the ball feels far and the raquet loose when I make contact vs my forehand that feels very steady. I'm thinking it could be because my palm is facing down and I'm holding the raquet with my fingers but wanted to see if you had a solution for the "loose/weak" feel at contact.

[@Osnosis]

Antonio, there are 2 possible explanations: it is good that the racquet is loose in your hand prior to contact. Your hand unconsciously grips tighter when you make the instant contact with the ball; the forehand grip is STRONGER than the backhand. So you will need to increase the strength of that reverse grip. For some players, having the thumb at the ‘bottom’ of the grip (thr knuckles lead upwards in the swing path) can make it easier to make the grip firmer.

[@TimmieTennis]

Thank you, good tips on the flat backhand and when to hit it. 😊. Q: is the flat backhand really flat or is there a small amount of topspin?

[@jasoncowell5133]

What version of the wilson do you use here?

[@ConnectingTennis]

Here the Pro Staff 97 CV 315gr

[@klaw03]

Great video as always! I have a few questions: 1) I tend to mostly hit my one handed backhands with spin. Like you explained in your video, ideally I hit the ball when it's on the way down. I struggle to return balls that are flatter. I'm guessing this is because the ball isn't going down as much when I hit the ball. This is especially true when returning serves and when I'm defending against an approach shot. If my opponent's hitting flatter, do I have to hit flatter too? How can I adjust my backhand to deal with these shots. 2) You explained that when you want to generate spin, the offhand helps bring the racquet down to around the pockets. Currently, I use my offhand to bring the racquet back to around shoulder level, but I let gravity do the work to drop my racquet down. Should I consciously make my offhand go down or does it just automatically come down because of gravity? Thanks in advance!

[@ConnectingTennis]

Hey! Thanks for the questions! 1) Yes, I agree that is hard to return very flat ball. In that case is mandatory that you really bend your knees and behind the ball to provide support (so the power of the ball doesn't beat your arm). It will be hard to put a lot of spin on those balls if they are really flat and low, so a good blocking will help without taking the racquet too much behind. We see roger do this on grass playing close to the baseline a lot. 2) It's better to use the offhand to control more where you are taking the racquet. As you get better this will be also a good help for feeling and creating the energy before the release to the point of impact. It's like people that doesn't hold tight with the non dominant hand on the 2HB, you miss that feeling afterwards. Hopes that help. Also, for the returns..that's a different video because the footwork and preparation is different - IF YOU ARE MOVING FORWARD to return.. if you are more a back runner to let the ball drop then you could almost implement what's on this video! Thanks a lot!!

[@klaw03]

Connecting Tennis Thanks for the detailed answers! I’ll try to develop a block return and use my offhand to bring the racquet down. Could you please make a video on the one handed backhand return? I struggle with that a lot. Thanks!

[@ConnectingTennis]

@@klaw03 Sure! It's coming on the next ones!!

[@klaw03]

Connecting Tennis That would be great. Thanks!

[@DrBroncanuus]

my backhand is always flat....i just cannot hit with topspin....the same applies to my forehand...i use continental or eastern grip....on my shots ..?

[@guilhermetr1_fitness]

Nice! Thank u!

[@Hope4unow-7]

Can you explain for 2 handed backhand also? Thanks

[@ConnectingTennis]

I will :)

[@BDGamingLP]

👏👏👏

[@ConnectingTennis]

:)

[@oscarlopezruffy]

nice + coach, gastón

[@ConnectingTennis]

Thanks Oscar!!

[@LaBambaCL]

nice! showing subtle diff btw spin n flat. could use a microphone closer to you. thanks

[@ConnectingTennis]

Hey thanks!! I always use, but didn't have it with me this time! Sorry!

[@eileenmarquezart3096]

Nice lessons. Could fix the sound

[@kanck7909]

nice video but please just get a mic :)

[@ConnectingTennis]

The one I posted today it's with a mic already! Thanks

[@theonebegotten]

I hate the jumpcuts. Teach us. Don't make a perfect movie.