Forehand Return Strategy: Taking Control of the Second Serve

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Peter Clarke

Learn how to run around the backhand, use height and heavy topspin to push opponents into defensive positions, and recover quickly to dictate with another forehand.

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Wide Kick Serve Pattern: Set Up Your Forehand & Control the Point
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