Tennis Groundstrokes and Shot Selection

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What is the main difference between inside and outside groundstrokes in tennis?

  • Inside groundstrokes are played when the ball is moving towards the player, while outside groundstrokes are played when the ball is moving away from the player.
  • Inside groundstrokes are used to hit the ball with more topspin, while outside groundstrokes are used to hit the ball with more backspin.
  • Outside groundstrokes allow the player to hit the ball with more control and accuracy compared to inside groundstrokes.
  • Inside groundstrokes allow the player to hit the ball with more power and spin compared to outside groundstrokes. (correct)

What sport does the text mention as having a similar concept to the difference between inside and outside groundstrokes in tennis?

  • Baseball (correct)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Basketball

Who is credited with coining the term 'inside and outside groundstrokes' in tennis?

  • Paul Wardlaw (correct)
  • Serena Williams
  • Rafael Nadal
  • Roger Federer

What is the purpose of the 'dash marks' drawn in the image described in the text?

<p>To represent the plane of the player's body. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do right-handed batters hit most of their home runs to left field?

<p>They can pull those pitches and generate more power on those shots. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of inside and outside pitches in baseball apply to tennis groundstrokes?

<p>An inside groundstroke allows the player to hit the ball cross-court more consistently. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the down-the-line shot is considered a risky shot in tennis when hitting an outside groundstroke?

<p>The player has lost leverage over the ball because it is moving away from them. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of an outside groundstroke in tennis relate to the baseball analogy of a right-handed batter hitting to left field?

<p>Both involve the player having more difficulty consistently executing the shot. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between an inside groundstroke and an outside groundstroke in tennis, according to the text?

<p>An inside groundstroke allows the player to hit the ball more consistently to a certain area of the court. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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