Novak Djokovic arguably possesses the greatest double-handed backhand of all time. A rhythmic and coordinated piece of artistry, Djokovic's backhand is a true powerhouse. What impresses me most about ...

Roger Federer says his backhand improved from the practice he did during his injury layoff in 2016, and it helped him win three huge events in his return. "I think I've gotten really confident, a lot ...

The one-handed backhand is not taught to most young tennis players, because it is much more difficult to pull off than the conventional two-handed backhand. The use of only one hand makes it much more ...

It’s one of the first big decisions for any developing player. Which shot is right for you? Let’s look at the strengths and weaknesses of each approach: One-handers have the edge when it comes to ...

Net play is one of the skills that my students say they do not feel comfortable with in game play. Sure, if the return from your opponent is high and slow and attackable, no problem. But what if the ...

How can something so beautiful to watch, a stroke so etched into tennis history, be so exploitable — and why have a dwindling handful of players remained loyal to it? By Matthew Futterman Reporting ...

Listen to more stories on the Noa app. For my 34th birthday, in 2015, I received two tickets to the men’s quarterfinal of the French Open. I’m a Rafael Nadal loyalist, and I hoped to cheer for the ...

The hype over Brandon Nakashima began in February when the American reached the Delray Beach Open quarterfinals at age 18 — and in the process bowled over Pat Cash. Cash, the former Australian great, ...