Sudden impact
Article Abstract:
Techniques for returning short balls in tennis are presented. In particular the method used by Monica Seles is illustrated. Seles is adept at moving inside the baseline to play a powerful, angled ground stroke.
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 2000
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The natural: with exemplary form and perfect timing, Martina Hingis complements her killer backhand with a textbook forehand
Article Abstract:
Hingis is one of the most accomplished women tennis players in the world. Her textbook forehand shot is evaluated in a sequence of pictures and descriptions to demonstrate how an effective forehand can be achieved with practice.
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 2001
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Davenport's dazzling serve
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Lindsay Davenport is considered to have one of the best serving styles in women's tennis. Davenport's body rhythm and technique of bending her knee and extending the left arm while preparing to hit a ball help her achieve a powerful serve.
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 1997
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