Tip for Instant One Handed Backhand Improvement

[@themrstroke]

As usual, as good as it gets. I love how you guys emphasized treating the 1 hander as almost a 2 hander until the very last second of the move to contact. That is pretty much the essence of the 1 hander, the 2 arm spread done dynamically. The only way to do in dynamically is to have your hands together, a la both hands on the racquet, until the last possible second.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Absolutely 👍

[@leizang5197]

Thanks a lot guys! I just started to take tennis lessons a few weeks ago and my coach is teaching me double handed backhand. Now I want to try if I am able to do single handed backhand. Your thorough tutorial forehand video has helped me a lot to better understand different elements of the technique- thank you so much, Simon and Alex!

[@peterleveritt9742]

I'm in, you hooked me with your outtakes !! I can't stop smiling even minutes after watching. You made it FUN by keeping them in!

[@VIJER47]

63. Struggling with my backhand all my life. This helps. Execution is my problem. ☹️

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Good luck with the improvements

[@RobManser77]

Have you seen their drills video? That really helped me too.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Learn the backhand fundamentals download our FREE guide here: www.top-tennis-training.com/one-handed-backhand-guide/

[@PradeepUN]

The slingshot analogy is brilliant. It’s all “just” physics. The energy transfer explanation as well - so simple it’s genius. Will try it this wkend.

[@reynelorenzo4095]

This is a great video on one hand mechanics. I like hearing and watching drills, no matter how basic it may look. Little technique adjustments go a long way. Been getting back into Tennis after some years now. Mechanics need a good refresher! More content on one hand backhands... Please!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Here you go - kzbin.info/aero/PLJP-Wou-v6z0KORN4JNFVPEii1mxYaymB

[@-Munditimum-]

Loved the whole video but the ending was something special. Can you guys do a video (or do you have one already?) about high top-spin/heavy one handed forehands? Cheers!

[@guitarTennisCarHomeFixFlying]

God bless the editing process, love the bloopers!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

🤣

[@jjfecik]

Great video guys!! Love to see the production quality rising as you continue to provide some of the best lessons on youtube!! 💪 Thank you!

[@vwm8885]

i started playing tennis in August of 2023 for my highschool and my backhand has really been my weakest point so far, this video has really helped me and i can’t wait to apply this to my next practice session

[@ranjanjha1044]

Excellent tip. This is exactly what I was looking for… Will practice them over these weeks 👍

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Good luck with the improvements 👍 All the best Simon

[@meafordmichael]

Great information - as always; (and nice to see you guys being zany and having fun)!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

haha on the outtakes? 😂

[@adsaviation]

There were some little details in here that just helped me to improve my single-handed backhand. The relax and slingshot was just perfect to remind me to relax to improve power, thanks !!

[@001mihir]

Great lesson!! How do you deal with a high too spin ball when using a one hander?

[@LunarEclipsism1]

There are essentially 4 options, in order of difficulty from easiest to most complex to execute: (1.) Respond with a slice backhand, which has a high-to-low swingpath that won't be as encumbered by a high ball, and will give you some time to recover while you respond defensively. (2.) Back up significantly and let the ball drop down past its apex so you can strike it at a more comfortable height. The cost of this approach is that you are giving up a lot of court position, if you don't hit a very strong shot from here you're going to be in trouble on the next ball. (3.) Move in and take the ball on the rise, before it reaches its full height off the bounce. This requires impeccable timing and is a higher risk shot, but it allows for aggressive play. (4.) Take a running leap upwards towards the ball and strike a one-handed backhand in mid-air, a la Denis Shapovalov. This will allow you to physically raise your strikezone vertically so that you can swing aggressively at a high ball. It is (obviously) an advanced technique for very athletic players and carries many additional risks, like potentially injuring your knees, ankles or feet if you mis-time the shot or fall.

[@ericstandridge167]

I personally like blocking the ball back on high balls. I take a potential high ball and turn it into a short bounce of that makes sense. Same swing path as a low ball. Keeps me on the baseline and takes time my opponent thought they had away. Takes timing and practice though

[@gerrylepage4573]

I'm a disc golf player, it's really cool how the terms, a ton of the form is related....learned a ton about my backhand throw from this video! TY!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching

[@rossdickinson2541]

It's like you guys are locksmiths that have keys know one else seems to have in their belt! Extrodinary teaching. The slingshot! I'm going to go out there and breath out the word "slingshot" for each groundie today. Still working on the breathing... it is so important and you guys taught us that too. Keep slipping in little ways for us to remember theses 🔑 fundamentals as you build us into players. Breathing, Head still at contact, split steps. Thanks for all of these critical 🔑 you guys are giving us. We are GRATEFUL!!!!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@rossdickinson2541]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Yes, what type of strings on what racquet at what tension. Is there a system we should use. This is all still a mystery after 20 years! Ive been slinging a Wilson at 57 with poly on gut. Im more of a flat baller. I like the net and controlled shots more than power. Any thoughts? Many thanks Simon for all your amazing teaching!!!

[@peterwilliam8135]

Absolutely superb! exposition of all elements of how to perfect the one handed backhand. Have been working on exactly this form for over a month by using self feeding. The unit turn of the shoulder plus creating leverage by dropping the racquet head down and pulling the racquet is done beautifully here. I find that getting the correct contact point in front is crucial in getting the ball to go over the net at a height of about 4.5 ft from the ground with a lot of spin. The one thing that could be emphasized a bit more perhaps is the role of the head - i.e in keeping it very still all through the contact point. I find this extremely difficult to do - looking up - messes up the shot completely . Anyways I cannot thank you enough ! for this absolutely wonderful 10 min. instruction video- Have been following your channel for a few years now !. and learning from it a lot!.. My game is improving even now. !

[@vincentbendera]

Guys, im a beginner and i was struggling with my one handed backhand You have demystified thé gesture for me and i m starting to do quiet Well A real pleasure now And what à Nice movement ! Thanks So much !!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@vincentbendera]

Struggling now with thé toss !!(

[@ricksutherlan9075]

Awesome Video! I have always used a one hand backhand, but I appreciate your comments on how to complete & finish!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Happy to help 🙏

[@jamescardenosa5717]

Excellent tips and great drills to simply make it happen. One thing I would like to know, maybe a topic for next video, is about the stance and knee bending on the back hand shots. 😊 thank you

[@Errk2G]

I've learned alot from you guys. Its always good to refresh.

[@glenberberet8418]

Thanks for the instruction. I enjoyed your humor at the end of the video. Please don't forget about Lefty technique. Hopefully we'll have more videos in the future

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for the support Glen 🙏 All the best Simon

[@Daniel-rk3vf]

Great tips, guys. Also want to compliment you on the audio / video production quality, really excellent. And the bloopers at the end are appreciated as well.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@francislo6801]

Always love to see your videos. I've learnt so much over the years!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@ROCCOPY]

Love the instruction. Very clear and concise. Nicely broken down. Also the bloops. Keep 'em coming!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for the support Rocco

[@patrickweston3293]

Great. Drill #1 is the shot I use on half volleys or to block back body serves. The 1.5 hander!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

👍

[@armandocarvallo2006]

This video was absolutely perfect! Cheers guys

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@bobdowning4912]

I have been working on exactly this prep and move. So this is very helpful. Many thanks bob downing

[@clintonsylvester1846]

Great lesson, simple explanation but very effective.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@SuperOlivess]

Great power Tip! Really like the video volume too, not too much or anything to get bogged down! Nice one

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@rubenterrazas1504]

Excellent advice specially on the slingshot effect thanks and keep up the great work

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Many thanks 🙏

[@andersriedel7415]

Enjoying the video, loving the bloopers. Keep it up guys. You make a difference for a lot of us.

[@chrisbentley1150]

Really clear instruction about technique and rationale. Will definitely try and apply this thanks.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@georgesroelandmoussongui]

Best backhand tutorial video ever❤️

[@crosscourtrabbitcompletetennis]

Good analysis. Also like the out takes at the end (lots of fun).

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching 👍 Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? Best regards, Simon

[@ulilopes1]

Thank you for the great tips. Will start the drills today!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@natekvilla9541]

Best lesson ever on backhand

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching

[@newera9710]

이 코치들 강의도 좋지만 코트 환경도 부럽습니다. 천연잔디 코트라니...

[@luciasattzs3484]

Great lesson gents, some very useful tips I am desperately trying to improve my 1 hand backhand so it was all very useful.

[@mickeylowenstein4553]

Great instruction. You break it down so well. Look forward to tomorrow to work on it.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@mariogarces952]

Huge tip improved my backhand right away

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching

[@christophermendes9653]

well done guys, your tutorials really are the best - thanks!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@christophermendes9653]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial my first though was How to stop making mistakes, but what do you know - you have that covered. I just watched it and it's very helpful.

[@rucas10]

Beautiful stroke ! Great tips !

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@mathialagan3525]

...the end was hilarious and of course, I will remember this video...it was brilliant coaching as usual!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@sefermemisoglu3800]

The most intelligent way to make someone copied one of the skill wise strokes; one-handed backhand! I was already applying that slingshot effect to my slice and it is an element that helps slice to be a transition shot between defence and offence. After watching this wonderful video of you, I recently tried it on my backhand and the result was clumsiness. Maybe I exaggerated it a bit the slingshot effect. My one-handed backhand has consistency matter; it is too good or frame gets it the as well and the ball lands quite sloppy. And sometimes I can not exactly put the ball where I wanted. My forehand never has that issue.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Probably timing, experiment with it and test out how little or how much you can use

[@ApEx-nv3eh]

Great lesson as always!! Could you please make an analysis of Berrettini's forehand? It would be great!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Sure we will try and do Berrettini forehand video soon!

[@ApEx-nv3eh]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial thanks guys!

[@itry2brational]

Wow! Tsisipas takes a monster grip with his off-hand! You can see his fingers grip around it and his arm muscles flexing.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

👍

[@jesdiet]

great video as usual! Would be interesting to hear your comment on how much you should bend the wrist just before hitting and then strect it out during and after impact (as you do in table tennis). Looks like you do it. 🙂

[@ArnoldKrumins]

great video....the outtakes are an added bonus!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@ArnoldKrumins]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial dealing with slow high balls to the baseline. I struggle playing these types of players as it's something I just don't practice. Any good drills to stop them from playing these types of balls?

[@redfoothedude3350]

Great!!!! Awesome!! The sling shot!!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Did you like the analogy and graphic? 😁

[@sohamkbhatt]

Great info. Need to try that tomorrow in my game.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Good luck with the improvements 👍 All the best Simon

[@hm-mo6lz]

Simon's wobbly head is hilarious! I honestly would buy a wobbly head toy with his face, so it would remind about the correct technique every time i see it :) And thanks for one more great lesson!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@hm-mo6lz]

​@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Hey Simon! I haven't seen em all just yet so couldn't suggest anything proper

[@gerrysydorak4546]

Excellent pointers for a one handed backhand. Any adjustments for a slice vs a topspin shot?

[@marcelgovaerts977]

Thank you so much, watching your vidoes I feel that my tennis is improving. Everything is explained very clearly

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

That’s great to hear 👂

[@ChazRunnr]

Great teaching video ! I was really able to put these tips to use. One thing though, how can I get more distance when I throw my racket ? You need to put out another video giving us some throwing tips !

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

🤣

[@puntrigarkelly8851]

This is help my one hand back hand with the power position! Thank so much! Btw, I really like behind the scenes you guys adding! 😂

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Many thanks for the support, Are there any lessons you would like to see in 2023?

[@claudefilion7055]

Excellent advice.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for the support 🙏 All the best Simon

[@brianb336]

Thank you. Great video

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Glad you enjoyed it. Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon

[@jimwechsler7087]

Profound lesson. My backhand has always been very good and better than my forehand. This lesson and a few minutes of practice, and I can't wait to shock my doubles group.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks Jim hope you are destroying your doubles opponents with your backhand!

[@brdigma6790]

Video quality and production is top notch here cheers also Outtakes should be a regular thing

[@yekvitka]

Nice lesson! Especially how to deal with anger in the end of the episode by Alex! 😂😂😂😂

[@natekvilla9541]

Fantastic tip. It really works as I tri❤amazing tip. It works !

[@Godrey84]

Great insights, I was letting go of my left hand way too early. Great video thank you.

[@klausroethel5961]

Very, very good lesson! Appreciate the slingshot analogy

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Which backhand has the advantage one handed or two handed?

[@benj10s]

One handed in spin and adaptability. Two handed in stability and consistency.

[@Daudkhan20079]

2 handed

[@Daudkhan20079]

@@benj10s true

[@marios881]

One handed, you get a lot of balls u can’t get with the too handed, it also gives you a good one handed slice and backhand volley because u can transition easily

[@marios881]

@Iris Zeng but it’s not like u need that much force, don’t u see all the old men using a one handed

[@johnddwyer]

the outtakes are funny. Great lesson.

[@johnlee-qw7sg]

Great vide o(as usual)That two hand drill is just how Borg used to hit his backhand, andhat was his strongest shot!

[@watcher687]

I find that the trickiest part of ohbh is the racket drop, lack of it rather. If you don’t know how to drop it you tend to swing straight to the ball with a flat forward swing that kills the topspin one handed backhand. One crucial thing is that you need to keep the off hand on the racket while it’s dropping ( as mentioned in the video ). But the real crucial thing is that you also need to actively bring/drop the racket down with your off hand as well. If you leave that part to gravity or your hitting hand, good luck with getting a proper racket drop!

[@MakarasLT]

Nice as allways! 👍follow you guys long time ago😎

[@marklerfald]

Very helpful, Alex and Simon. When turning and moving to the ball on the backhand side, how much should I turn, coil, and at what point should I start the racquet moving to hit the ball? Thank you!

[@robertjames5034]

Thanks as always gents. Could you talk a little bit about the role of the wrist on generating topspin when hitting a OHBH? Should you use a (reverse) windscreen wiper like on the TS FH?

[@evkyv4614]

Gr8t video as usual guys..can you explain how to return serve with one handed backhand as i found it difficult to time my shot & end up hitting late or behind me..thanks & cheers guys

[@samam4832]

The great videos just keep coming! Any possibility of following this with a detailed explanation from Alex as to how a one hand returns aggressively against a big flat server - like Simon. I probably have this in one of the courses already - not sure - but looking to get away from resorting to the chip for defense or the two-handed block for stability. Alex worked it against Fed, so I know there is some timing and technique there that would be fun for all the OHB players to hear. Best!

[@fcodesag1925]

your típs are always excellents!!!! Thank you

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@dinopalangdan4586]

Excellent pattern

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@semnbayola705]

Im one handed backhand, thank you for the guide, sure this helps, i will apply what you guys had said in this videos! 👍👊🙂

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@stefanoandreani1835]

you are great! I love you both!

[@rachidbaaira9869]

great video brothers

[@beachfrontman]

This was most helpful thank you! Given me things to think about with the delay with the left hand before release etc. I've developed a bad habit of virtually doing a horizontal stroke finishing around waist level and finding it hard to finish high all the time. Thinking I'm either not fit enough or, not preparing early enough and rushing the timing.

[@antoninus43]

Excellent, as always. Thanks guys! I’m confused about whether or not to throw left arm back or to finish like Wawrinka with left arm staying closer to left side.

[@fromoz3154]

Great instructiom

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Many thanks 🙏

[@amitchugh08]

Excellent 👍

[@niemmar5610]

Great lesson for a one handed backhand I am. You are both great, not so good on the camera though as it seemed. Keep the pace and the fun of it! Congrats from Brazil

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks, will do!

[@laidatabdelmadjid3522]

Thank you so much

[@FranckAncelinCompositeur]

Great course. Finally i wonder if my arm pain is not due to the fact that i have a tight grip on my backhand and probably on my forehand. I'll try it all tomorrow. Thanks a lot gentlemen. PS: the final blooper is really cool :)

[@rafag2713]

Love your videos, tips and they way you guys always explain it! Edit: Dunno where you're based but if it's somewhere in London I'd love to get some coaching.

[@MihaiVj]

Great video guys, however I miss the emphasize on how to create proper top-spin on the one handed back hand. Thanks for that!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@mukeshjoon7594]

Good teaching

[@herusundoro6193]

This is my favorite stroke.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

👍

[@fairman1455]

I was recently being attacked by a ball machine and after about a million balls (could be an exaggeration) I was feeling a little knackered and then I realised!! how important and comfortable to let the left had do the heavy lifting, so now feeling relaxed I continued with another million better backhands. Thanks for a great backhand video and I will try to practice that almost two hander, Good to see a bit of green in the UK (God bless the developers)

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

🤣

[@lesanimauxetlesoiseaux6912]

Thxxxx u teach Well Thx Nice lesson

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@lesanimauxetlesoiseaux6912]

I dream to play Well But i learn it Aline and Wrong Technic Thx

[@laurentiuflorea9669]

Thanks a lot!

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@vincenzofumarola2813]

Alex, could you make a video on your forehand?

[@SB-yq8uo]

Great. Can you make an episode on how to avoid getting to close to the ball for the one-handed backhand. I find the timing to be much more difficult than w the forehand.

[@0bdexcode]

Could you also do one for 2 handed backhand players? I struggle with my backhand.

[@pawelm.kazimierczak9145]

Excellent

[@DB-CA]

Thanks

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

Thank you for watching 👍 All the best Simon

[@vivekkhadge1984]

Really nice tip on SHBH 👍

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@Mpathi1]

You seem to have a good time together, that is probably good for your tennis lessons as well.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@Mpathi1]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Thank you for asking. I have single-handed backhand so I appreciate this course. But I also suffer from some serve problems that I have not found anyone to address. I have a pinpoint serve stance where I tend to come in with my backfoot too much in front on the right side of the left foot. I do not know how to train to get rid of this. I have tried to put some obstacle on the right side so that I can avoid putting my right foot in the wrong position, but it does not really work well enough. I saw some of your videos addressing this issue to some extent where you Simon argued for the need to get the right foot in earlier in the kinetic chain. If you could find out something on this topic it would be great!

[@CL83biker]

I love it.

[@TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

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

[@CL83biker]

@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial maybe back hand slice, that would be lovely. Anyway, appreciate your time and effort to make this meaningful video.