Magnifique! With a big backswing and excellent balance, Cedric Pioline's free-flowing backhand delivers plenty of punch

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French player Cedric Pioline has among the best strokes in men's tennis. His strong one-handed backhand allows him to get to the net and score winners. His firm Eastern backhand grip allows him to control his topspin, while the length of his backswing generates tremendous power.

Pioline, Cedric

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Agassi's ripping return

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Andre Agassi creates superior serve returns by keeping the racquet in front of the body at waist level, having weight on the balls of the feet, moving the racquet before his feet on a backhand return, taking shorter backswings, and following through in a forward motion.

Agassi, Andre

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Rio's ripping forehand

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Rising tennis star Marcelo Rios is known for his effective forehand. His consistency with his steady ground strokes has helped him reach the ranking of No. 11 at only 20 years of age.

Cover Story, Practice, Rios, Marcelo

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