The force of the impact between ball and strings is evident both in the tensiion in Serena's muscles and in the flattening of the ball.
Serena Williams Photos: Picture Gallery of Strokes
By Jeff Cooper, About.com Guide
Serena Williams Photo #2: Power Backhand Point of Contact
Kristian Dowling / Getty Images
In this photo, Serena is using the most common two-handed bachand grip, with her right hand in a Continental position and her left hand in an Eastern forehand position.
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- Serena Williams Photo #1: Loading Up for a Backhand
- Serena Williams Photo #2: Power Backhand Point of Contact
- Serena Williams Photo #3: Backhand Follow-Through
- Serena Williams Photo #4: Slice Backhand
- Serena Williams Photo #5: Ball Toss Release
- Serena Williams Photo #6: Knee Bend for Serve
- Serena Williams Photo #7: Racquet About to Whip on Serve
- Serena Williams Photo #8: Point of Contact on Serve
- Serena Williams Photo #9: Semi-Open, Semi-Western Forehand
- Serena Williams Photo #10: Stretch Backhand Volley
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