Advantages and Disadvantages

of the Two-Handed Backhand 🎾

Executing the backhand stroke with both hands is the norm in both amateur and professional tennis. However, the more challenging to learn one-handed backhand is a variation that has its merits. When executed cleanly, it not only pleases the spectators' eyes but also becomes a weapon for one's own tennis game. With a one-handed backhand, the balls can be reached farther to the left and right, offering greater technical possibilities. It becomes easier to improvise and trouble the opponent with suddenly stopping or hitting balls back from mid-air. On the other hand, the strain is not evenly distributed on both arms, increasing the risk of the infamous tennis elbow. Additionally, the same power as a two-handed backhand is often not present since the upper body rotates less, reducing the overall dynamics.

Pros and Cons of the Two-Handed Backhand: