Kids Tennis
From a caterpillar to a butterfly – two-handed backhand
In this analysis, we superimposed the same player on a two-handed backhand in three age groups - 10, 11 and 13.
Analysis
High backhand volley by Dimitrov
It's all about rhythm! Three adjustment steps, perfect high contact point, and a forward motion flow. Grigor Dimitrov shows us his high…
Analysis
Precision in every step – Federer’s backhand on the run
Effective footwork: Fast, stable, precise – how Federer masters the backhand with balance and minimal steps.
Tactical Focus
Court coverage after a down-the-line stroke
After a FH down-the-line shot, the player expects the opponent's response to land approximately 0.5 to 1 meter to the left of…
Tactical Focus
Court coverage after a crosscourt stroke
After a cross shot, the player expects the opponent's response to land approximately 0.5 to 1 meter to the right of the…
Analysis
From the legs to the racket head: perfect coordination for more speed
The deceleration of the previous body part increases the speed of the next - until your racket, as the last link in…
Technical Tips
Experiencing the Movement Cycle
The best way to get the feel for the movement cycle is to shadow moving in different directions. Here is an example…
Analysis
Beat the bounce
"Beat the bounce" is a term used in top international tennis. If you strive to achieve this, you will consistently be quicker…
Analysis
The Power of Early Hip Rotation
In these observations, we see that the top players open their hips early - and before the foot touches down. This allows…
Analysis
Controlling Distance of the ball impacts over spin
In this situation, we observe how Nadal masterfully maneuvers around Nishikori's backhand slice return, delivering a powerful 'inside-in' forehand with his signature…
Analysis
Net Clearance
It is noticeable that both top players clearly overshoot the net (net clearance) and thus avoid net errors.
Tactical Focus
Communicate with your partner all the time
Effective communication during a point—such as signaling to “cover the alley” or “play defense”—helps you and your partner maintain better positioning.
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