What is backhand stroke in badminton?
The definition for a backhand means hitting the shuttle with your racket WHILE the back of your hand is facing the shuttle. The technique to perform the badminton backhand is very different from tennis or squash. In badminton, the backhand stroke can be used to perform powerful shots such as the backhand smash.
What is topspin in badminton?
Topspin on a shot imparts a downward force that causes the ball to drop, due to its interaction with the air (see Magnus effect). A topspin shot is the opposite of the slice; topspin itself is the opposite of backspin.
What are the 5 backhand strokes used in badminton?
There are five different types of badminton shots or strokes: Serves, clears, smashes, drives and drops. Each of the five different shots used in different situations throughout the game.
What is the difference between forehand and backhand stroke?
Forehand strokes are hit with the front of the hand leading (like hitting with the palm), whereas backhand strokes are hit with the back of the hand leading (like hitting with the knuckles). Players frequently play certain strokes on the forehand side with a backhand hitting action, and vice versa.
What means topspin?
topspin. / (ˈtɒpˌspɪn) / noun. sport spin imparted to make a ball bounce or travel exceptionally far, high, or quickly, as by hitting it with a sharp forward and upward strokeCompare backspin.
How do you use 4 clears in badminton?
Here are the steps for the Badminton Overhead Clear.
- Move into position and get behind the shuttle.
- Raise your Racket Arm and Non-Racket Arm.
- Your body should face sideways with your feet pointing slightly sideways.
- Commence your Forehand Stroke.
- Take the shuttle at the Highest Point possible.
- Complete a Full Arm Swing.
What is the best stroke in badminton?
badminton smash
The badminton smash is considered the most powerful shot in badminton and is usually played on the forehand. It is often difficult to return because of the pace and the downward angle of the shot, think of it as a downwards drive. It is best used when the shuttle is high in the air so that it can be angled downwards.