In this drill player works on specific spin and direction of the serve. Topspin serve is easy to execute so using this spin guarantees good effectiveness of this surprising choice. While working on body direction it is important to be really precise because even 0.5 meter away from the target will change good serve into easy delivery for the opponent. Player should also try to place the ball as close to the service line as possible to give opponent less time for reaction.
Most club players practise the serve on its own and then have no idea what to do with the ball that comes back. Serve plus one is the pattern that turns a good serve into a won point.
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