How to fix your drop shot: Pro tennis tips from British star Heather Watson
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The drop shot is a key weapon in the modern game, which allows you to draw your opponent forward and create the chance to win the point outright or exploit the space left open behind them.
British No.7 and former Wimbledon mixed doubles champion Heather Watson takes you through everything you need to know about how to hit the perfect drop shot with her pro tennis tips.
The former world No.38 covers the importance of the skill, explaining when to use the drop shot, how to disguise it and the key techniques that will help you execute it effectively.
Watson also shares her expert tips for how to hit the perfect drop shot, along with training drills and exercises to help you refine your technique so you can step onto the court feeling confident and match-ready.
With these pro tennis tips from Watson, you’ll learn:
- When to hit the drop shot
- How to better disguise your drop shot
- How to change your grip to hit a drop shot
- Tips on how to hit the perfect drop shot
- Training drills so you can practice and perfect your drop shot
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