STEP BACK: The aggressive return

When your opponent hits a weak second serve, start off in your normal return position, but when their toss goes up, step back. Move around the ball to hit a high and heavy inside-out forehand. The key is to aim deep and towards the singles line in order to move them off the court, and put yourself in an aggressive position.

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STEP BACK: The aggressive return

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STEP BACK: The aggressive return