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Photo Study of James Blake's Strokes

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Backhand Follow-Through

Backhand Follow-ThroughChris McGrath / Getty Images
The flying back leg almost certainly indicates that James used his blazing speed to reach this ball. Despite having so little time to set up for this one-handed backhand, Blake has finished it in excellent form. His right arm extends above his shoulder and out toward the target, and his left arm mirrors his right for balance and to help check his upper body, which faces the sideline perfectly.

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