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How to improve your top spin without a partner

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Ever played a match and afterwards felt like you needed to work on your top spin shots – but you don’t have anyone to practice with?

We’ve got you covered with some simple tips and drills to use with a Slinger Bag – a ball launcher that can become your 24/7 practice and workout partner.

Slinger Bag allows you to simply and easily control the launch speed and the launch frequency of tennis balls.

Ashley Neaves, a tennis coach, player and LTA coach education tutor, takes you through his top tips to improve your top spin forehand, and backhand, with Slinger Bag.

Find out how you can save £50 off a Slinger Bag with Advantage here.

Find more top tips from Ashley Neaves via his Tennis Mentor YouTube channel here.

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