As with all the groundstrokes the key is in the preparation. For the backhand slice you need to use the continental grip. To find this put the V between your thumb and index finger on the edge of your ...

If you are hitting too many balls to your opponent’s strike zone, try hitting a backhand slice. Line up your left side by getting your left leg behind the ball. Set the racquet face open as you ...

Henman uses his backhand slice to approach the net; the spin keeps the ball low forcing his opponents to hit up giving him an easier volley. The Williams sisters use the backhand slice as a defensive ...

and you can’t hit a normal open-stance two-handed backhand, use a one-handed slice. Cut the court off so you’re moving forward. Close off your stance so you’re almost stepping across your ...