What is a backhand shot in badminton?

The definition for a backhand means hitting the shuttle with your racket WHILE the back of your hand is facing the shuttle. This is a very unique shot in any racket sports. The technique to perform the badminton backhand is very different from tennis or squash.

Who was the first person to hit the two-handed backhand in the US?

Mike Belkin
The first notable players to use a two-handed backhand were the 1930s Australians Vivian McGrath and John Bromwich. Beginning with Mike Belkin, who was the first two-handed backhand player in the United States, and Chris Evert, in the 1960s many players began to use a two-handed grip for the backhand.

Who invented two-handed backhand?

Beppe Merlo
(ANSA) – Rome, July 17 – Italian tennis player Beppe Merlo, the inventor of the two-handed backhand, died in his Rome home on Wednesday aged 91. Twice a semifinalist in Paris, twice a finalist in Rome and four times Italian champion in the 1950s, he boosted Italian tennis along with Gardini, Sirola and Pietrangeli.

How do you execute backhand grip?

For a two handed backhand, grip your racket with your right hand on the bottom and your left hand on top. While moving towards the optimal position on the court to return the ball, pivot your body sideways with your right arm towards the net. Your racket should be behind your body in position for the backswing.

Is the one-handed backhand making a comeback?

“In the next 15 years, I feel like somebody’s going to have a two-handed backhand return, be able to play two and one and play a high level, Top 5 level,” Gilbert said….Federer Leads The Way, But Thiem, Tsitsipas Carry On The One-Handed Backhand.

What is backhand and forehand?

Forehand strokes are hit with the front of the hand leading (like hitting with the palm), whereas backhand strokes are hit with the back of the hand leading (like hitting with the knuckles).