Photo Tour of Female Pro One-Handed Topspin Backhand Grips

Francesca Schiavone may have many accomplishments yet to come, but none is likely to be more memorable than her incredibly inspired performance in the 2010 Roland Garros final, which she won against Sam Stosur. Francesca's topspin backhand is one of the best produced by a one-hander, and her Full Eastern backhand grip makes it possible, as it gives her solid support for comfortable topspin, including at greater heights of contact than she would manage with a Modified Eastern or Continental grip. Francesca needs that higher range, as she's only 5'5".