Tennis forehand drop shot
The drop shot enables players to move their opponent to the front court. This will either, win a point or create space in the mid and back court to exploit.
Stage one
- As the ball is returned, stand in position on the balls of your feet, with knees slightly bent.
- Face sideways with your shoulder and arm pointing towards the opponent.
- The racket arm should be at a 45áµ’ angle with the face of the racket at head height.
- Body weight should be on the back foot.
- Keep your eyes on the ball.
Stage two
- When ready to strike the ball, transfer body weight from back to front foot.
- Rotate your body quickly to face forwards.
- Step forwards as you chop down on the ball.
- The forward swing should travel from high to low, aiming to slice down on the ball.
- Keep your eyes on the ball.
Stage three
- Make contact with the ball at around waist height.
- On impact, have firm wrists to take the power out of your opponent's shot.
- The racket should almost immediately stop after contact and point towards the ground.
- Return back to ready position for the next shot.