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Backhand service

The action of the service is a push and not a hit, which gives added control over the shuttle.

Forehand Service

A service performed while standing in a forward stride position behind the baseline.

Forehand shots

The arm action is a push forward, using a firm wrist and bent arm.

Drop Shot

An overhead stroke from the rear court to the opponent’s forecourt.

Drop

Refers to the shuttle staying in the air longer.

Smash

A shot with power and speed downward to the opponent’s court.

Handshake Grip

The grip used by most table tennis players, resembling a handshake with the bat.

Chinese Penhold Grip

A grip where the bat is held like a pen between the thumb and forefinger.

Japanese and Korean Penhold Grip

A grip where fingers on the back of the bat are straightened, differing from the Chinese grip.

See-miller Grip

A combination of handshake and Penhold grips where the thumb and forefinger grip the sides of the bat.