How To Return A Drop Shot In Tennis - Top 4 Tactical Plays

Not sure how to return a drop shot in tennis? Learn how to beat a drop-shot tennis player with the following smart tactical plays:

Guideline #1: Play the ball deep down the line and cover the net. This is the safest option as it puts you in a good position at the net. If your opponent attempts a passing shot or lob, observe their next shot to read the lob as early as possible.

Guideline #2: The next play on how to return a drop shot is to play the ball cross-court if you can finish the point. If you can't, push the ball deep down the line.

Guideline #3: Play a counter drop shot only if you reach the opponent's drop shot comfortably. Otherwise, you're likely to lose the point. Make sure your drop shot tennis technique is correct otherwise you'll likely miss the shot.    • The Basics Of Drop Shot Technique & T...  

Guideline #4: If the opponent moves in after your drop shot, follow it to the net if you expect a weak reply. If you're on the receiving end, play a fast passing shot or a low down-the-line shot.

Remember that at the recreational level, the safest option on how to return a drop shot is to push the ball deep down the line and cover the net, expecting a likely lob. Top players are accurate with their passing shots so they often respond to a drop shot with a counter drop shot.

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0:00 Intro
0:13 Tip 1 - Down The Line
0:33 Tip 2 - Cross Court But ...
1:13 Tip 3 - Counter Drop Shot
2:19 Tip 4 - Following The Drop Shot