My advice to you is to use a drop shot and bring your opponent to the net. keep in mind once you have hit the drop shot that it is best for you to also come to the net and try and end the point at the net. Be aware the most common attack on a drop shot is to return it with another drop shot, all the more reason for you to come up to the net.
Aug 05, 2008 Rating
Other ideas by: Joe
The drop shot idea is sound. You can also "run around" your backhand whenever possible. You can also work on improving your backhand! Good luck.
Aug 05, 2008 Rating
Reply by: Anonymous
but he is fast,agressive,drop shots arent working cause he manages to catch them and again,play on my backhand side
Aug 06, 2008 Rating
weaker backhand by: Nick L.
Well, I would say still try to play the drop shots and when he gets them hit a passing shot or lob to win the point. Even if he hits to your backhand you seem to be perfectly able to throw up a lob with your backhand or just continue to work hard on your backhand and everything will fall into place. Remember practice, practice, practice, its the only way to overcome your weaknesses.
Thanks,
Nick L.
Aug 17, 2008 Rating
Backhand Slice by: Mike
I also have a weak backhand. What I do is that when I'm playing an important match or point, I use the backhand slice, which is much easier to perform, and because I use it a lot, the backhand slice makes many points for me.
Still, always remember that the backhand is one of the most important shots in tennis, and good players will spot that your backhand is weaker and hit it to your backhand. I remember reading somewhere that you should not try to run away from hitting a certain shot, but hit it and make it better.
As I said, if your playing in training or against a weaker player in a point that doesn't matter much, try to practice your backhand.
Apr 07, 2009 Rating
More strategies for playing with a weaker shot by: Tomaz
Ahmed,
I have recently added an article on how to make the best of your weaker shot which includes various tactics and approaches to help you avoid mistakes and win more points.
