Players stand opposite each other across the net, halfway between the service line and the net.
They must gently tap the ball over the net using a little slice, both off the forehand and the backhand, cutting under the ball gently as if playing a dropshot.
The drill can last for 5 minutes or so until players have begun to 'feel' the ball under maximum control.
Players should look to 'hold' the ball on the strings as long as possible and look to be balanced at all times as they are not under pressure at all here.
From sensor-equipped rackets to AI-powered coaching, technology is making tennis training more precise than ever. Here's what actually works.
On-court coaching is now fully legal. Here's how to deliver advice that actually helps during those crucial 90-second changeovers.
On-court coaching is now fully legal, technology continues to advance, and the ATP calendar evolves. Here's what tennis coaches need to know for 2026.
Register for FREE and get coaching tips, top drills, session and more every week!
