Actually no. I'm a big Novak fan, but his Fh still has a small by key flaw that has played a big part in this yr being off. His Fh is much better than it was early in his career, but he still hits slot entry late in his forward swing, which gives him issues for hitting a rising, fast incoming ball. This leads to a tendency to hit them long at the worst moments.
Djokovic will never be the GOAT even he wins another 10 majors…yes, he dominated the last 10 years or so when he was at his pick…however, i will take Pete Sampras at his pick any day with his unparalleled serve and volley combination and his deadly running forehand…Roger Federer, the most complete player, at his pick would beat him too…
To play this shot, people should understand, it works because he has agile body and core strength for which he worked his whole life. People should build fitness as they are learning to play tennis. Playing tennis won’t make you fit, rather you need to be fit to play tennis.
A couple of days ago I commented that Djokovic will never be the GOAT even if he wins 10 more majors…and added why, however my comment has been removed!…why?
In essence, Pete Sampras with his unparalleled serve & volley plus his running forehand, in my opinion, is the GOAT…At his peak, Roger Federer who has the most complete game, would have beaten Djokovic as well… It doesn't matter if Djokovic wins 5 or 10 more majors, he will never be the GOAT…remember, we are talking about at peak level…
I have a problem in the ending part of the forehand, like… I hit in the contact point, but my hand doesnt flow to the back like Djokovic does, any tips for that?
His forehand is great, but do a video analyzing his backhand. It's the best two handed backhand of all time and should be studied. I play with one handed backhand cause it's more natural for me, but Novak's backhand is simply the best
Yes but textbook only for UTR 3.5 and below… Advanced players always trying to contact the ball even more in front because they want to 1.take the ball early thus taking time away from the opponent 2. create space for more acceleration and angle maneuver.
Djokovic's forehand contact point is kinda jammed for a big guy like him tbh…but I guess that works for him well.
One point not seen here is his awesome footwork and ability to stand perfect to the ball most of the times.
I'm not sure, on top, if there's one player to surpass djokovic on (at least, it appears as such) striving to be top notch in every single department, not only technique, strenght and fitness, but also nutrition, tactics, preparation, working on "weaknesses" and so much more, even besides the court. I also like his attitude to speak out true to himself. He is a perfectionist like no other. Therefore it totally boggles my mind that he still has visible proplems with his overhead smash😂 maybe he has a depth-perception problem with balls up in the sky, where there is no "reference" point?
Kids and beginners that's how you should play forehand. Don't just copy Federer 😂 and finish your follow through at your chest, take it to shoulders. Federer has years of practice he knows what he's doing, you don't
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Pretty good but the most textbook forehand I’ve ever seen came from RF
One of the best forehands ? True, but textbook ? His grip is anything but textbook!
Federer has the best
Actually no. I'm a big Novak fan, but his Fh still has a small by key flaw that has played a big part in this yr being off. His Fh is much better than it was early in his career, but he still hits slot entry late in his forward swing, which gives him issues for hitting a rising, fast incoming ball. This leads to a tendency to hit them long at the worst moments.
No. Federer is textbook.
It seems not compact swing , isn't it?
Djokovic will never be the GOAT even he wins another 10 majors…yes, he dominated the last 10 years or so when he was at his pick…however, i will take Pete Sampras at his pick any day with his unparalleled serve and volley combination and his deadly running forehand…Roger Federer, the most complete player, at his pick would beat him too…
I have modeled my forehand after Federer and my error rate is also higher like him.
To play this shot, people should understand, it works because he has agile body and core strength for which he worked his whole life. People should build fitness as they are learning to play tennis. Playing tennis won’t make you fit, rather you need to be fit to play tennis.
A couple of days ago I commented that Djokovic will never be the GOAT even if he wins 10 more majors…and added why, however my comment has been removed!…why?
It is quite disappointing that someone has deleted my comment on Djokovic!…So I am going to rewrite it again!
In essence, Pete Sampras with his unparalleled serve & volley plus his running forehand, in my opinion, is the GOAT…At his peak, Roger Federer who has the most complete game, would have beaten Djokovic as well…
It doesn't matter if Djokovic wins 5 or 10 more majors, he will never be the GOAT…remember, we are talking about at peak level…
what is surprising me is that i am not sure Djokovic have "just" one forehand.
as Alcaraz this guy can give many varaitions of volumes, paces or effets with this hot.
more than many other even among the big 3.
So satisfying to watch.
Federer
The most stable and versatile forehand ever…..for me the standard and best forehand ever.
I prefer Federer’s and model my forehand after his based on my style of play on hard court, but Nadal’s must be tough for opponents to handle on clay.
Such a beautiful stroke! He’s the GOAT!💐
I have a problem in the ending part of the forehand, like… I hit in the contact point, but my hand doesnt flow to the back like Djokovic does, any tips for that?
His forehand is frequently underestimated because his Backhand is too good, but I think his is one of the best, at least better than Del Potro.
Smooth asf
Western or semi?
His forehand is great, but do a video analyzing his backhand. It's the best two handed backhand of all time and should be studied. I play with one handed backhand cause it's more natural for me, but Novak's backhand is simply the best
Yes but textbook only for UTR 3.5 and below…
Advanced players always trying to contact the ball even more in front because they want to 1.take the ball early thus taking time away from the opponent 2. create space for more acceleration and angle maneuver.
Djokovic's forehand contact point is kinda jammed for a big guy like him tbh…but I guess that works for him well.
One point not seen here is his awesome footwork and ability to stand perfect to the ball most of the times.
I'm not sure, on top, if there's one player to surpass djokovic on (at least, it appears as such) striving to be top notch in every single department, not only technique, strenght and fitness, but also nutrition, tactics, preparation, working on "weaknesses" and so much more, even besides the court. I also like his attitude to speak out true to himself. He is a perfectionist like no other. Therefore it totally boggles my mind that he still has visible proplems with his overhead smash😂 maybe he has a depth-perception problem with balls up in the sky, where there is no "reference" point?
Not so good
Sorry, but watch Rogers.
Not textbook no. His left hand isn't tracing the ball. At least not in this video.
Kids and beginners that's how you should play forehand.
Don't just copy Federer 😂 and finish your follow through at your chest, take it to shoulders. Federer has years of practice he knows what he's doing, you don't
No! Mevdev 😂
Smooth.
😂😂😂 Federer forehand is better 😂😂😂
Slow
And
Clear
What kinds grip is it
Federer’s forehand was the greatest
Lame and not very elegant forehand. You can praise many things about Djokokiv, technique and style are not among them.