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From Daniil Medvedev’s on-court contortions to Venus Williams’ open-stance backhand, what seems like a liability can become a player’s greatest asset.
Published Apr 05, 2023
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Williams' open-stance backhand has gone on to become one of the most frequently-emulated shots in the modern game.
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