Global Sports: How To Open Up The Tennis Court

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

How To Open Up The Tennis Court

By Davis Pete


In tennis, if you are able to hit a shot pass your opponent, you will win the point. To do this consistently requires some form of strategy and tactical presence of mind. So, how does one consistently execute a winning shot? We will show you how one can consistently attempt to create a situation for you to win the point.

The first thing to do is to to able to hit an acute angle ball cross court. This will usually draw your opponent wide out of the court. Usually, a good forehand cross court would do the trick and this will be followed by a weak return from the opponent which you can put away down the line.

Given the high level of difficulty in executing a wide angle shot, one must practice many times to have the feel and confidence of delivering such a shot.

One cannot perform the opening up the court shot from any part of the tennis court. Ideally, it should be executed when the ball is mid way at the service line area on the deuce side of the court. A natural angle is there for you to exploit. Such a shot ideally should be executed when the ball is somewhat short and towards the right hand side of the court. Inherently a natural angle is created for you to hit that acute cross court angled shot. Be bold and confident when trying the angled shot.

Finally, be alert that the opponent will return your wide ball. Be ready to put the ball away from him. Do not underestimate your adversary's ability to retrieve the ball and hit a strong angled return back. Be alert and you will be rewarded for your tactical acumen. Make use of the natural angle created based on where the ball is at your court. Do not be anxious to open up the court unnecessarily.




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