Gomoskov had a "racket higher than wrist" drive backhand, very steady but nothing like a modern high elbow spinny backhand. The modern backhand is generally credited to Antun Stipancic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLvZwj2duUk Great Fishing and Lobbing Rally Here’s the video (72 ...
After you have calculated the approach of the ball and adjusted yourself into the correct position, drop the racket below the level of the ball by bending your elbow and pronating your forearm. Build up racquet speed to be unleashed at the point of contact. Lock your eyes on to the ball...
“Put a big X on his elbow and aim at it every time until a corner opens up.” “Never smash or loop to his forehand when he’s off the table. He’s rip it back and it’s an unforced error if he misses. Smash or loop to his middle and wide backhand.” “This is the last...