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Pre-Set Racket Lag Position & Release Drill
Start with the racket pre-set in the lag position where the butt cap points forward down the court. Self-drop the ball, pull through the slot, and release the racket into contact, finishing across the chest or over the opposite shoulder in both open and neutral stances.
Key points
- Pre-set the racket head behind with the butt cap pointing forward toward the target rather than forcing wrist lag at high speed
- Load the rear leg and transfer weight forward into contact
- Accelerate through the ball and finish across the opposite shoulder or chest with an aggressive windshield wiper roll
- Practice with closed racket face angle to train heavy topspin roll
Common mistakes
Artificially forcing extreme wrist flexion or hyperextension during a full swing, risking wrist or elbow injury.
Sets: 1Rest: 1 minEst. duration: 3 min 34 sec
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