Few players have the strength and skill necessary to play first-strike tennis with a one-hander ... a big factor in the one shot where the two-handed backhand really shines: the service return.

As Stefanos Tsitsipas loads up and uncoils into a full-swing, his broad shoulders rotate and in a blink, the racquet violently explodes into the ball. His right arm continues carving an arc, a ...

Statistics show that the double-handed backhand is now the dominant choice among professional players. It gives more power and control on return of serve and on high balls, which are two crucial areas ...

Not only is it a very useful defensive tool but the best tennis players use it as a devastating attacking weapon. Pete Sampras spent four years turning his two-fisted backhand into a one-handed shot - ...

Richard Gasquet, a 38-year-old French tennis veteran, defeats Matteo Arnaldi at the Monte Carlo Masters in his final tournament appearance. Despite failing to fully capitalize on his talent in his ...