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Thanks again Carl & NL - as always you have given me the pointer to the issue I was trying to find, but couldn't see. I knew I was too vertical in plane and take the ball later rather than earlier, and I knew I needed to work on more forward movement on both sides, but hadn't really put these...

Thank you - I definitely am aware of this issue, and not sure why it happens to be honest. Possibly because I have a 50% calf muscle on the right leg from an old back injury that means I cannot stand on my toes on that side, so lack some push. I need to work on that weight transfer and lateral...

Thanks - makes sense. My robot can pan across in constant movement, so in a sense this is slightly more random. I was really focusing on trying to get used to always bouncing as the ball lands, so early steps still..

Thanks Carl - plenty to digest here but in short, what you say mirrors what my coach says on both wings. Not enough forwards direction and too much lift! I need to groove this as it feels very unnatural to me and I lose confidence I’ll clear the net. I do see the connection however between the...

Hi all, it’s been a while but I’ve been working hard on my game. I am hoping for some advice or thoughts on a challenge I am facing with my BH loop. i recorded the video below as part of another thread on the double bounce footwork, but in watching it back it struck me that I don’t much like the...

I’m keen to keep this thread alive as I believe it‘s a very important one, so in the interests of a progress update, here is a video today of one of 5 intervals I did of around 100 balls played alternately FH/BH vs some fairly heavy underspin and with a focus on bounce step prior to recovery -...

I have been using Joola training balls in my robot for 12 months and have noticed they are really soft compared to the 3 star balls I use for service practice. Not sure if they have got softer over the duration and exposure to cold in my shed, but they are poor. Just ordered some 3 star Kevenz...

Interestingly I also have 2 inner force layer ALC blades, and mine are quite different. My preferred one, that plays like your friends it sounds, is a straight handled 2016 blade thats been used, weighs 90g and is a beauty. I also got the new one, a 2022 flared handle weighing 87g and it is both...

I agree with the inner carbon approach and would highly recommend Joola Rossi Emotion or Butterfly innerforce ALC.

I felt like there had been quite a few surprises so far (Dima/Aruna/Truls/Franciska/Calderano etc) Unfortunately (for me at least) FZD is looking imperious - rarely have I seen him look so dominant (The way he took Gionis apart was brutal - what even is a chop??) I truly hope he is stretched...

I think there is a fine line between unprofessional behaviour and just a bit of healthy needle between competitors - let's be honest, TT in France is a lot more lively and exciting than in many other countries, and I for one would love to see more of this energy and supporter interactivity in...

Congratulations, what a great win - sounds like you had to fight for it but got through.

Great job - I am sure you are making a big difference in these kids lives, so thank you.

Any sudden increase in playing volume is likely to manifest in some discomfort - for me it was tennis elbow. A gradual build up is important, along with some stretching and a proper warm up - it’s not likely that a lighter bat will solve this but it will bring other issues.

Is this because you have inherent wrist problems or a pre-existing injury? 183gm is not heavy for a blade/rubber combination and should not be causing you problems if you don't have a pre-existing condition. Most of my bats are 187-193g and feel well balanced and easy to use both sides (Blades...

I have been working on it for 6 months now and whilst it's not perfect, I can use it regularly in matchplay and it is very effective. I watched a lot of videos and practiced many hours - I liked Tom and Dan's video tutorial a lot and in particular it helped with getting the feeling of passing...

Nice work, that's a big difference in terms of movement and readiness!

He did that for sure, Hugo had no answer despite starting so dominantly. Geraldo also played a superb match against Pitch - very tight!

Those open ups look great on both sides to me Gozo, compact and good spin and control - very nice.

We missed you buddy, good to see you back..