A Novel Analysis of Grip Variations on the Two-Handed Backhand
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https://doi.org/10.52383/itfcoaching.v22i62.481Keywords:
Two handed backhand, Power grip, Precision gripAbstract
This article discusses the variations of grips used on the two-handed backhand. Subjects were the top 100 WTA and ATP touring pros and a qualitative, longitudinal analysis is presented. The concept of hand spacing gaps, precision and power grips were introduced in conjunction with more traditional description of grips. In addition, gender and individual differences are discussed.
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