Tip of the Day: Use the return to neutralize, challenge and attack the server—and maintain your position

Competing from the baseline isn't just about consistency. While it's crucial to put the ball in the court, you want to put some thought into where your balls are going. The two plus one pattern is simple enough: hit two balls toward your opponent's backhand corner, and then place the third to the opposite corner.

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