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Backhand Block

The backhand block is used against an attacking topspin. It is a defensive stroke and so is like a shorter version of the backhand counterhit. As your opponents shot will be fast, you won't need to make the pace yourself and so the stroke can be quite short. You will need to vary the angle of your racket depending on the amount of topspin on the ball.

Tips On Playing The Backhand Block:

1. The block is a shorter version of the counterhit
2. Close your bat against heavy topspin
3. Open your bat against light topspin
4. Punch through the ball
5. Stand square on to where you want to hit the ball

source: pingskills.com