How to Hit a Topspin Serve in Tennis
The topspin serve is a variation of the slice serve. It gives you another option to confuse your opponent.
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Instructions
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Assume the normal service posture (feet sideways to the baseline, hands down and weight on the back foot).
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Begin your serve as you would any other, by bringing your hands up together while simultaneously shifting your weight forward.
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Position the ball toss more directly in front of you or slightly over your head.
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Attempt to catch the ball on its bottom center.
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Swing fast and aggressively, hitting up on the ball to enhance the spin. Racquethead velocity is essential for good spin.
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Follow through as you would with other serves.
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Tips & Warnings
Be aware that the toss position is the main difference in any serve.
Attempt this serve (as well as the kick serve) only if you have no lower back problems. These serves require good lower back flexibility.
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lopop711
Dec 28, 2007
Most of the time, a spin serve will be your second serve. But don't slow down your racquet speed. The harder you brush up on the ball, the more spin will be applied. More spin will result in a more consistent serve and you could use it as your second serve or first serve to mix it up. Just make sure you swing faster than you would for a flat serve. -
lopop711
Dec 28, 2007
Most of the time, a spin serve will be your second serve. But don't slow down your racquet speed. The harder you brush up on the ball, the more spin will be applied. More spin will result in a more consistent serve and you could use it as your second serve or first serve to mix it up. Just make sure you swing faster than you would for a flat serve.
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lopop711
Dec 28, 2007
Most of the time, a spin serve will be your second serve. But don't slow down your racquet speed. The harder you brush up on the ball, the more spin will be applied. More spin will result in a more consistent serve and you could use it as your second serve or first serve to mix it up. Just make sure you swing faster than you would for a flat serve.
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lopop711
Dec 28, 2007
Most of the time, a spin serve will be your second serve. But don't slow down your racquet speed. The harder you brush up on the ball, the more spin will be applied. More spin will result in a more consistent serve and you could use it as your second serve or first serve to mix it up. Just make sure you swing faster than you would for a flat serve.
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Aug 08, 2006
Remember, wherever you bounce the tennis ball that is the spot that you have to toss the ball.
