Simple Tennis Backhand Power Trick - One Handed Backhand Tennis Lesson

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Simple Tennis Backhand Power Trick - One Handed Backhand Tennis Lesson. Do you want more power and control on your one handed backhand? Then this video is for you!
Power on any stroke in tennis comes from good racket head speed. If you have perfect tennis technique but a slow moving racket through the contact zone, you won't have much power.
To generate effortless power in tennis you need to have space to accelerate your racket in the correct way.
Why do many players struggle to get power on their one handed tennis backhand?
They don't reach a good power position. When you study the best tennis players in the world who use a one handed tennis backhand, most of them reach a very similar power position. This ensures they have leverage in the racket and arm but also enough space to properly accelerate the racket without stressing their bodies.
In this video Top Tennis Training coach Simon Konov will show you a simple trick to help you get more power and control on your one handed backhand.

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[@vijaynarsapur147]

The first, and ONLY correct explanation on how to hit a proper one hander on the internet. Completely corroborates my experience. Well done.

[@ravikirantangirala7377]

Very happy to see an indian commenting vijay garu...

[@gunsmoke6230]

You have to have great anticipation, foot work and hand eye coordination to consistently pull that off. The ball cant get high like on a kick serve then you have to slice. I’m 51 now getting back into tennis and my body isn’t doing what my brain is telling it to. I know I have a long way to go but it’s great exercise. You need so much energy to keep your legs moving and knees bent through the shot.

[@SeanWalkerSW]

1:39 was thinking you weren't going to say Federer for a second there! xD

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Can't leave out the GOAT. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@omegaelixir]

Federer is supposed to be first on that list

[@dfdxdfdydfdz]

Thiem

[@donesy125]

“Federer as well” lol he should’ve been named first

[@andrewhwang8951]

No Thiem???

[@lcervantes8505]

Silver bullet. Backhand has always been my stronger shot but without the forehand power. Today cocked the non-dominant elbow up. Silver bullet! This shot is a laser with much more power and control on scale with the forehand. In majority unreturnable. Thank you!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Awesome to hear buddy. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@MiguelAngelo-bl5to]

As I said before , after waching you couch, basically I have seen 4 videos counting this one and I really feel the total change in my tennis since playing it more than 20 years. It is incredible how a player can play without having the correct technique for so many years, even so I have won quite a few tournaments in my youth and now I also keep winning much less. I absolutely appreciate your help and your willingness to teach us how to improve our tennis. God bless you couch and I wish you earn a lot of money with your work.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching Miguel All the best Simon

[@jsteed44]

Love the slow mo shots oh man it all makes sense my backhand was always my weakness till this year thanks to you for this and other videos it isn't anymore cheers 🎾

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@joshuaburdick8358]

Simon - you're absolutely correct. Thanks

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Joshua. All the best Simon

[@biminiboater]

Excellent video. Two additional tips I would add to generate more power are to 1) use a semi-closed stance so you can coil your body even more and so your opponent can see your back, and 2) ensure that your non-dominant hand stays on the racquet as the racquet drops from the power position. This will help with the acceleration as well as ensuring you get under the ball for more top spin and keeping your dominant arm straight at contact (a bent arm loses power).

[@charlespaniszyn]

Great video! Raising the racquet high on the backswing really does add power because the racquet is accelerating rapidly down over a longer distance to add power to the shot. But you can also really feel your body coil even more fully with an increased stretch to your chest and hips when raising the racquet high. That increased coil also adds to the power of the shot. Finally , it also serves to raise the hitting shoulder up, while dropping the front shoulder down giving a pronounced shoulder tilt, and letting the body assume a "C" shape when viewed from the side. (It also promotes a slight hip tilt as well.) Reversal of the shoulder tilt/hip tilt (and C shape) is recognized as an important element in power in the serve (along with coiling/uncoiling and the push from the legs.) Reversal of the shoulder tilt/hip tilt (and C shape) is important in all groundstrokes as well, including the one handed backhand. The shoulder tilt (C shape) lets you: 1. look over your front shoulder for a clear look at the ball. 2. increase the distance the racquet travels for more raquet speed/power as you point out in the video 3. allows for the racquet to be dropped almost parallel to the back fence 4. allows fot the racquet butt to be pointed in an upward direction at the ball as the racquet fully falls down and starts to slightly go up 5. promotes greater topsin, as this low to high motion is accentuated Too many videos on the one handed backhand only concentrate on the coil/uncoil. They usually ignore taking the racquet back high, even as the instructor actually does do it. But you often see the student struggling to replicate the shot because he misses the point of raising racquet and being able to look over a dropped front shoulder. Raising the racquet in the backswing to increase the shoulder/hip tilt (C shape) is the cherry on top that gets the swing started in a much more powerful swing, involving not just a longer swing with the arm, but using more big body muscles to power your shot!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Absolutely 👍

[@kevanashy]

Thanks Simon. Nice simple tip that I'll implement next time on court. Happy New year to yourself and Alex.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Happy New Year to you too Kevan. All the best Simon

[@scopits]

I love the sounds from the short example videos. What great pop. I want that for my ringtone!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@scopits]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I found the new backhand and forehand easy to convert to from the old days. I found racquet and string setup much more critical now. My only struggle seems to be some wrist pain. For some reason when I get out there I am out there to BANG! Thanks for the spot on info.

[@MrGuitar50]

Great stuff Simon! Really like your videos. Wish I had you as a junior coach 45 years ago. Lol.

[@rick5489]

Excellent teaching! Will implement tomorrow!

[@mkbaharris]

great vid Simon! perfectly explained! love it!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Matthew. All the best Simon

[@mchammer74]

Simon, every time a great pleasure to hear your ideas. A very good explanation

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for your kind words. All the best Simon

[@venkatsubramaniam5351]

The hitting hand, the idle hand and the racquet forming a kinematic chain, provides an amazing leverage when one hits a single handed backhand. What is interesting is that the momentum is generated very efficiently without putting too much stress on the hand muscles. Thanks a lot for these insights 🙏🙏

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Good luck with the improvements 👍

[@Dogus1]

Thank you very much for the instructions! Trying to improve my one-hander by focusing on the steps mentioned. Best wishes!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@ITOWords]

Fantastic analysis Simon, thanks for posting this

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@edwardcraven9572]

Excellent succinct video. Outstandingly as usual Simon. Thank you.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@thomasadeimy]

Great great great illustration and explanation of the one handed backhand. Thank you.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching. Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@masters.1000]

Thanks a lot man, very helpful as always. Happy new year to all off you.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@drodrig791]

Another awesome one handed video!!! Keep them coming. Thank you!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Daniel Any lessons you would like to see in the coming months? All the best and stay safe Simon

[@Manolyv57]

Great video! It works for me already, on the forehand as well!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@georgiydashkevich9782]

Simon, thanks a lot for Your effortless backhand power trick. As usual Your video tips are precise and up to the point. It's great for the process of learning. With best wishes for the New Year! Georgiy

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Georgiy. All the best Simon

[@galnyska]

What a great video! I can't wait to hit qnd try some of this after this Corona shit is over...Thank you for the great upload!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Any lessons you would like to see in the coming months? All the best and stay safe Simon

[@ericcapp1279]

really liked it. used to do that and forgot the loop, developed tennis elbow. now back and putting that back in play

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@gmantza7706]

Spot on Simon!! Great break down of one handed backhand! The last two lessons have been absolute gems. Thank you!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@jennifercastanha7012]

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[@ericyoungii6883]

i'll try this tomorrow when i play tennis, thanks for the video

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Good to hear. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@lcervantes8505]

Great lesson! Feel the 'tug' on the back of the racquet arm's shoulder.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Exactly

[@PeterMoueza]

Well explained ! Thank you

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching, Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? Simon

[@raysfonexchange]

Awsome video instruction dude...... such a vital reminder for one handers like me :)!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Ray. All the best Simon

[@RoughRider757]

This dude is so brilliant!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for your support mate. Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@UweGries]

Thanks a lot. Great explenation! Best regards from Berlin

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@narhalexander6346]

Very educative training

[@labf1969]

excellent!!!!!!!

[@carltonpgleasonjr8414]

Fantastic video for the advanced player! Great job!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Many thanks!

[@konstantinosdiplas8579]

THANK YOU

Wow!!! excellent explanation! I will practice this....

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Miguel Any lessons you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@jupytr1]

Some wicked backhands there at the beginning of the video!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@stuartdennett8050]

Brilliant video thanks man!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching Are there any lessons you would like to see from us in 2020? All the best Simon

[@lcervantes8505]

Great lesson!

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Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@stanislavslesarev8062]

Brilliant!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching All the best Simon

[@canhasanadguzel9136]

Perfect explanation. It can not be explained better. Thanks.

[@canhasanadguzel9136]

I tried your suggestion and I shocked. It works well as you said . Amazing. Thanks.

[@dorongirl]

Fantastic clip. Happy New Year from Korea!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Happy New Year to you too. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@earlhaywood4372]

Thank you, God Bless You.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Any lessons you want to see from us in 2020? All the best Simon

[@vythinathanduraiswamy3430]

Very good guidelines. Must try out!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@geoffhetzel9691]

Tried this out and it really helped my topspin backhand. I was already doing this on my slice backhand, but not on my topspin backhand.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Great to hear Geoff. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@johnp675]

Very good information,hopefully I can put it into practice.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching 👍 Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@BowWowProductionsLTD]

Absolutely brilliant as usual. Well done, Simon. Tony Costa. Tennis Wales Ambassador

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@gorealain7897]

Cher Simon, excellent travail d'observation. Encore bravo pour ta pédagogie. J'apprends beaucoup en regardant tes vidéos. Bonne année de France ;-) Dear Simon, excellent observation work. Congratulations again for your teaching. I learn a lot from watching your videos. Happy New Year from France ;-)

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Awesome to hear. Thank you for watching. All the best Simon

[@krisnestorurian9127]

Thank you for the tips!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. Any videos you would like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@krisnestorurian9127]

Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons I’d love to know how heavy are tennis players’s racquets are. Some of the club players always advise me to buy a lighter stick, but how can I argue light isn’t always the best?

[@lcervantes8505]

One of my coaches always said 'accelerate through the shot' but never said how or why. Now in my old age I know how and why. Big thanks!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Awesome! Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@taaa6675]

Thxs it's great. The tips u gave are v good

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching

[@sergeyrozov9797]

Perfect explanation, plus you don’t waist peoples time. Thank you

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching All the best Simon

[@longlongtian739]

Great point! This logic also applies to forehand.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

100% Thank you for watching. Is there anything you'd like to see us cover in the near future? All the best Simon

[@longlongtian739]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial To be honest, I think the content in your channel already covers everything I want to learn as an amateur player (Good job!). But I'll definitely let you know if I think of anything.

[@omarsultanov362]

Superb tips, Simon! Not a penny less, not a penny more! Thank you! 👍👏😊

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Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@ChristiaanHartNibbrig]

Excellent video.

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Thanks for watching All the best Simon

[@carloslopezgomez3737]

Fantastic, today I'm going to put it in practice, inmediately!!!. Thank you.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

I hope it helps you! Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@carloslopezgomez3737]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial could you prepare, something similar, but for the drive

[@soevjaanoemar2761]

Thank you , Sir Your are smart coach

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Thank you for watching and for the support Soevjaan Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@irado168]

Pendulum for effortless power - brilliant! I will take about the pendulum during my swing from now on.

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Thanks for watching Ira. All the best Simon

[@DennisZink]

Excellent teacher

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Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@amitjohn]

Great Advice

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Thanks for watching Amit. All the best Simon

[@lalameinc]

Great Tips, Thanks!

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Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@lalameinc]

You're welcome!

[@khietnguyen8289]

Very good lesson

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching 👍 Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@asemotaiyke9666]

This makes a lot of difference

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching Are there any lessons you would like to see from us in 2020? All the best Simon

[@ihavesoul4real]

My velocity on the backhand is where I want it but I struggle to consistently make solid contact. When I slow it down and shadow practice I can see I don't always keep the racquet face where I should. I end up slicing or putting unnecessary backspin on the ball. I use a proper backhand grip and mechanics until contact. At least I think I do. Any help from commenters would be appreciated. It's driving me insane. Btw this is the best tennis lesson channel on youtube. Helped me make drastic changes when I started playing again after 20 yrs.

[@informedconsent3560]

Use momentum like a pendulum. Brilliant.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching. Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@tulikachandra2802]

very nice

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@B-the-Ball]

Great explanation. What adjustment would you make if you wanted to go down the line vs crosscourt?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching John It's a slight adjustment with the angle of the strings. The easiest way to adjust it is to hit the ball a little more in front and open up slightly earlier for the crosscourt shot and hit the ball slightly later and stay side on for the DTL. Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@sharan5822]

hey great stuff. how do u adjust the pathway of swing when ball falls 3/4 court or at service box? Do you still start the swing the differently or end it differently

[@hrvojeodak]

Now this is something I can work with! Tried it and it really is that simple... Thanks for this Simon, beautifully explained. I would like to see the video on second serve (kick), for the beginners. The pronunciation part confuses me, I cannot get it...

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Check out this lesson - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5vTmmOZgteer9k

[@stevenzhou3785]

You guys should make a course focused to juniors. Great vid btw

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Something we plan on doing for sure. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@skaterboybonn]

Do you have a video where you talk about the footwork on the one handed backhand? I struggle with a too big step while hitting it. Assuming the big step is wrong...

[@guillermoderivas5494]

Amazing tennis courts looks like big igloo!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Haha it is an igloo. I filmed that in Iceland

[@guillermoderivas5494]

Jajaja that's why look like .

[@kuskut]

Thanks Simon. Always great coaching. Whatever happened to Yoan?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Sam. Yoan is at college in the US, he had a bad first year, injured his shoulder just before the season began and then caught mono-virus so missed the entire first year. He's in London for the summer and I've worked with him a few times but he's lost a bit of passion for the game and I'm not sure if he'll find it again. That happens often when players go off to uni, they get freedom and start enjoying themselves too much. Time will tell if Yoan will fall into that trap also. All the best Simon

[@nabeelonline2001]

i am beginner and need to learn back hand i need your advice which style should is better ..... i like single handed over two handed secondly, do u have a drills for beginners to learn single handed backhand WITH WALL i have a concrete wall half court in my workplace ...... do u have any drills where i could begin. thanks

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

A wall will be a great tool to use however you need to have the fundamentals in place. Check out this free video series with Tommy Robredo, who had one of the best one handed backhands of all time www.top-tennis-training.com/robredo-backhand/

[@raakkhipohuja]

Aha! Much needed video! But I have a weak wrist while hitting a one hander.! But I will try and share my results! But Simon is there any way to get in power with two handed back hand?? Please share! Thanks

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Hi Raakkhi Here is a similar video on the two-handed backhand - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ7KeGSof7uUeJI

[@alenx5455]

Great video. My problem is that my technique is quite good on my one handed backhand.. aswell as my forehand.. and I can get alot of effortless power and spin and really hit consistently and can control my shots well and everything... when I practice or just hit with someone. But when I play points and matches it all changes alot.. I get tight and lose that loose grip and lose control and afraid to swing fast because the ball flies, and it becomes one big mess.. What can I do to improve this coach Simon?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

A very common problem for many players, I made a video about this exact subject. Here is the link - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jofYgKGPq5tnhac Thanks for watching and good luck with your matchplay. All the best Simon

[@pranavnarang9959]

Coach Simon, should we be dropping our wrist when the ball drops on a strikeable shot

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

On most shots you should drop the hand under the ball level to help you generate topspin. The entire body helps you to get under the ball, starting with the legs. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@neygercey7899]

It would be interesting to have an accelerometer placed on the tip of the racquet so you could experiment different BH and FH preparations to prove which one gives more acceleration/speed/momentum ( mass x velocity) at the contact point.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

That would be a good experiment. Even without it though, you can study the best backhands and see the similarities

[@marykistnen6837]

What's your opinion on taking the racket back level with your grip, but FURTHER BACK than usual, versus taking the racket back with the head pointing up?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Not a big fan of it really, I see no benefit over taking the racket back like Wawrinka. To generate proper power, you would need it to go very far behind the back to have the space you need. This method is much, much easier for power. Thank you for watching. Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? All the best Simon

[@camiloguarin4917]

Hi Simon, excellent video. I have applied all the techniques, but recently I’ve felt that my topspin is not strong and mostly for my backhand shots, they come out flat. After my last match, my contender pointed out that my backhand is my weakness. Sometimes I think it would be better to change my single backhand to a double. What do you think?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Have you tried the two-handed backhand? It's something you'd have to experiment with, however, maybe just some technical changes will help your one-hander massively.

[@dustylover100]

I have always been a fan of Ken Rosewall's backhand. I still think his is the one-armed backhand that all others will be judged by. To the guy doing these videos, have you seen Rosewall's backhand?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Of course sir, however, I feel that the game has changed massively since the 50s, 60s and 70s when he was active. Modern technology has changed the game for sure

[@dustylover100]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I can only imagine what his backhand would look like with the modern equipment. When I was playing all the time, that's the kind of backhand I tried to emulate. I played mostly with wood rackets back then. Modern technology allows players to do now what they could not back then, mostly increasing topspin. Rosewall mainly hit slices. But I still think Rosewall's was the best, with Federer in a close second.

[@PavelSTL]

Awesome video ! Question: do you use your support hand to hold the racket tight right before the release to create tension between the hitting arm and the support hand, so once you let it go, it'll create a snap effect and therefore faster acceleration?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

You can do that, experiment with it and see if it helps you. Thanks for watching Any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@PavelSTL]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Hi Simon, yes, it does help, but I had a lot of things that *felt* like they were helping, in different sports, that turned out to be bad. So I thought I'd check before I form a bad habit : ). I love all of your videos i watched so far and need to finish them all before I ask for something else, so I don't ask for anything you have already covered elsewhere. Hey how about private lessons, I think I now have enough reasons to visit London LOL

[@collinwatts9390]

Nice vid man. My only critique would be that you could extend that left arm backwards a touch more on the follow through but other than that nice work 👍

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching. Any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? Simon

[@collinwatts9390]

No problem man. And not sure if you guys have already done it but maybe the kick serve? Always struggled with mine

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

How to hit the perfect kick serve - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5vTmmOZgteer9k

[@djmartinv3985]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

👍

[@Alexwaylander92]

Dominic thiem is also kind of incredible and if I can add something about the technique is the left arm, the left arm is essential and the need to go back in order to stabilisé the body

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@ytwos1]

So I have found out over the years (had no back hand at age 24 when I started tennis) to now (42) most of these things. I am holding the racket by the throat, I do keep it up more. But now that I really try to focus on the tips I regress again. Should I just keep plugging away, or try to really be very busy with the advice.

[@applesforakbar]

Hi Simon! Does my hitting arm need to be straight through the entire motion like in example at 7:30?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

No, it can be more relaxed in the prep phase. Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@chin_maya]

How can you not mention Thiem in your list of agressive one-handed backhands? ;)

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Sorry sir, I've mentioned Thiem's backhand so often in other videos but it must have slipped my mind on this one.

[@brendandennis5868]

Thanks Simon! Would you credit any one player for this action? Can we say Federer invented it or is it too difficult to pick just one?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

I would say that many players in the past have held their racket upright for their one handers, however I believe Wawrinka does this motion in the most effective way. I would say his one hander is probably the best of all time.

[@sleepinglion1192]

Philippoussis. Sampras. Guga. Gonzo

[@stranger360th]

Thanks for the explanation. I sometimes tend to think that like with the modern forehand, acceleration comes from a kind of „pulling“ on the racket. Doesn’t mean that the pendulum explanation is not true, too. I noticed that shortly before starting acceleration some players take back the racket a little more. I have tried it, too, in practice and to my feeling it worked and give me a little extra juice. However, the problem is that the timing is very crucial as it can result in a late contact point which is of course detrimental to your stroke technique. What is your opinion in this little extra pull back shortly before starting swinging foreword, Simon?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

If you can time it well, the extra pull will have a little rubber band effect on the swing. It can definitely help gain additional power

[@stranger360th]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Thanks!

[@sebashtiannumberone5431]

Hiya there Masters of the Masters!! First of all , have a great 2019! I've got a quick question, it's about the pressure of my fist when the impact comes. How should it be? Relaxed? steady? It's a challenge 4 me cuz I guess it's not the same all the time. Tx in advance. Sebashtian from Bs As

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Hi Sebashtian The tension in your hand would depend on the incoming ball and the shot you want to hit. Some shots require your hand to hold slightly tighter to control the racket head at contact, other shots you can be very loose with the grip. Try to always stay as relaxed as you can (for that shot) and experiment with it next time you play, see how loose you can hold the grip while still maintaining the control. All the best Simon

[@sebashtiannumberone5431]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial As clear as water Simon !!! Tx u so very much ( as SRV used to say) My pleasure. Best regards.

[@bengray5013]

Hi Simon, great explanation 👍🏻 also, do you still have the Dunlop AG200 racquet, and if so would you ever consider selling it? Cheers, Ben

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Ben I'll have to look through my garage to see if it's still in good nick and get back to you on that All the best Simon

[@bengray5013]

Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons thanks for the reply Simon 😊 if it’s in good condition and you’re happy to sell I’m uk based and happy to pay by PayPal. Keep up the great content, your vids are proving to be really useful for me as I’ve recently got back into tennis after an 11 year gap 👍🏻

[@dayostical]

8:08..when there's a glitch in the matrix.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Damn zombies making noise outside, ruining my focus. Don't worry I handled them when I finished filming.

[@wanzacharywanisa5762]

Hi! Greetings from Singapore Mate. Do you use the wrist and supinate during the one handed backhand technique? Would really appreciate a reply. Cheers!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Hi On the one-handed backhand if you're using the eastern backhand grip or stronger, at the time of contact you'd be in an almost neutral position and then you would supinate the arm after contact to allow the windshield wiper motion to occur. Are there any videos you'd like to see from us in the near future? Simon

[@wanzacharywanisa5762]

Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons thank you so much for replying Simon! Actually I would love to see a video on two things. 1) Hit a one handed BH from inside the service box that are below the hips level. 2) I struggle a lot on these eventhough it should be something everybody is good at. I call it the transition volley. Where you hit the first volley right after the serve or an approach shot from the no-man’s land area. Those high,no pace balls are so tough to make on the transition volleys. Cheers! Keep up the great effort on the videos Simon!

[@papirek4157]

7:26 pretty accurate tommy robredo

[@steveswen]

So what should be the back position for one handed return of serve?

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

There are three main swings on groundstrokes, one is the full length one, which is used when time is not an issue, then you have a medium swing, used when the ball is coming in powerfully on the baseline and you have a little less time, then the third one is the return swing, used on the return of course. It differs between a first and second serve return, but in general you want to block the ball with a very small backswing

[@parsacr7993]

i love you you are perfect perfect perfect

[@MR-pk2gm]

I have a right shoulder injury and when I try to hit my flat one hand backhand the ball goes everywhere but the court. So I have to stick to my slice bh. I still have fun on the court but I’m not so competitive now. This is a great clip for healthy players though.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@MR-pk2gm]

Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons sure, overheads would be nice. Thank you Simon.