What is the flat, fast shot parallel over the net called?
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Drive
The drive produces the fastest rallies in badminton: flat and hard, often at the net in doubles.
💡 Did you know? Flat drives force fast reactions near the net.
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What is lifting a low shuttle high to the back (defence) called?
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Lob
The lob is the defence against a smash: send it high to the back to buy back time.
💡 Did you know? A good lob sails to just behind the back line.
What is the delicate stroke from the front of the court that makes the shuttle just tumble over the tape called?
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Net shot
The net drop takes a delicate touch: the shuttle should die just behind the net.
💡 Did you know? Net shots decide many rallies: millimetre work over the cord.
What is the quick movement of the legs to reach every corner called?
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Footwork
Good footwork returns the player to the central 'base' position after every shot.
💡 Did you know? Because the shuttle flies so fast, top players cover several kilometres per match.
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