What are the Different Types of Tennis Shots?
In tennis, there are a wide variety of shots that players can use to gain an advantage over their opponents. These shots can be categorized into two main groups: groundstrokes and volleys.
Groundstrokes are shots that are hit from the baseline and require the player to move forward or backward to retrieve the ball. The most common types of groundstrokes are the forehand and backhand. The forehand is hit with the palm of the hand facing forward, while the backhand is hit with the palm of the hand facing backward.
Volleys are shots that are hit before the ball bounces. Volleys are typically hit at the net and are used to keep the opponent from passing the player. The most common types of volleys are the forehand volley and the backhand volley. The forehand volley is hit with the palm of the hand facing forward, while the backhand volley is hit with the palm of the hand facing backward.
In addition to groundstrokes and volleys, there are a number of other shots that can be used in tennis. These shots include the serve, the lob, the smash, and the drop shot.
FAQs
- What is the most common type of groundstroke?
- The forehand.
- What is the difference between a forehand and a backhand?
- The forehand is hit with the palm of the hand facing forward, while the backhand is hit with the palm of the hand facing backward.
- What is a volley?
- A shot that is hit before the ball bounces.
- What is a lob?
- A shot that is hit high over the opponent's head.
- What is a drop shot?
- A shot that is hit softly and lands just over the net.
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