Defending drives and smashes

The main points in 30 seconds

No words needed: defending drives and smashes with short movements and the racket in front.

• Against drives: arms out in front, the racket ahead of the body.
• Move the racket one way only, short, like a wall: make a barrier.
• Common mistakes: standing upright and taking a big swing in defence.
• Against smashes: get lower, racket low and in front.