Paul has
been playing tennis for more than twenty years and loves it. Now residing in
the US, he was born in the UK.
For more
than 40 years, I've been playing tennis. I've played against every kind of
opponent on the singles courts during that period. My opinions and experiences
about tactics for defeating a heavy hitter are shared in this post.
A baseline
player who plays aggressively is what I mean by a "hard hitter."
These athletes tend to hold back and use their strong groundstrokes to knock
you off the court.
The good
news is that you don't have to be as strong and aggressive as they are to
defeat them. Instead, there are a variety of tricks and methods you may use
that could give you the advantage.
Tennis singles
are about neutralizing your opponent's strongest weapons so you can grab the
initiative and control the game's tempo to your advantage.
How
Active Baseline Aggressive Players Act
How
Active Baseline Aggressive Players Act
We
must examine what big hitters like to get and how they approach their game to
weaken them. Once we know it, we may start considering ways to annoy and
trouble them.
In
summary, big hitter plays their game by taking long, quick, and deep shots
after setting up for each one. Then would mix up their crosscourt and
down-the-line strokes, frequently aiming for their foe's backhand.
Aggressive
baseline players generally like:
- They can
easily generate pace thanks to the fast-moving balls arriving at them.
- Shots with
either no spin at all or perhaps a little topspin.
- It is
simpler to take a powerful swing at balls that are coming in at a
comfortable height.
- A sufficient
period to position themselves for shots.
- Shots that
are easily attacked by them when they land just past the service line.
- Balls that
allow players to play crosscourt and down-the-line shots from ideal
angles.
Below
are some countermeasures that can be employed.
10 Ways
to Outwit a Big Hitter
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1. 1. Don't play in their "wheelhouse."
The big hitter's power zone, or the height range they feel most at ease playing in, is something you need to stay away from; They may have trouble or be forced to play a different shot than they'd want if the ball bounces too low or too high.
2. Use slice
Slice
can serve a number of different purposes:
. It may be utilized to maintain a low
ball speed, keeping the ball out of the bit hitter's reach (see #1).
. If this happens, the opponent may
have less time to reach the ball and prepare their shot.
. If the bounce is unpredictable, it
will be more difficult for your adversary to prepare for their shot.
. It may
slow down the ball's motion, making the hard hitter produce their power.
3. Use
huge topspin
Aggressive baseline players won't
often be deterred by mild topspin, but a lot of it can be uncomfortable for
them. If they want to hit the high-bouncing ball inside their zone of
competence, they are frequently compelled to strike the ball on the rise.
4. Keep
your shots deep
Don't feed your hard-hitting opponent
balls that land just over the service line, so they have an easier chance to
injure you.
5. Take
pace off the ball
One strategy is to offer them very
little tempo to play with because aggressive batters typically enjoy feeding
off the speed you give them. Then they are made to produce their electricity.
6. Use
drop shots
This is a terrific strategy to push
your opponent into the net and away from the baseline, making them play volleys
instead of groundstrokes. In a sense, you are forcing them outside of their
comfort zone. They will penalize a poor shot, so the drop shot must be done
effectively.
7.
Don't let them settle into a rhythm
Hard hitters typically rely on a
rhythm that they love to establish. It may be challenging for them to settle if
things are mixed up. Try the following methods:
. It
will be challenging for them to predict your serve if you alter the pace, spin,
and location.
. Use
various spin types and intensities, as well as flat shots.
. Grab
them and throw them into the net.
8. Take
the net
Aggressive baseline players enjoy it
when you remain in the background. Rushing the net can occasionally:
. They should feel uncomfortable since
it abruptly changes the play's dynamic.
. Give them less time to prepare for
their immunizations and take time away from them.
However, be selective about when you
enter the net and only do so if you believe that they are on the back foot;
otherwise, you risk them taking a passing shot at you.
9.
Don't give them any angles to use
Under normal conditions, playing the
ball to the baseline corners of the court may be a successful move. However,
playing against heavy hitters might offer them the chance to worry you by
launching the ball down the line or across the court.
In this way, they may further increase
the pressure on you. You won't give them any angles to employ if you keep the
ball moving in a straight line and keep your shots deep.
10.
Play to the backhand
The majority of aggressive baseline
players have stronger forehands than backhands. Therefore, if at all feasible,
attempt to keep your bullets aimed at their weaker side.
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