Stan Wawrinka: Best-Ever ATP Backhands 

just a little practice..

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Sachin - I feel like the do different things. Fed has nuance and artistry while Stan can punch through a wall. Both amazing. But I’d prob take Stan’s. Interestingly I think Henin is a combination of both which is why hers was so highly rated.

So true!!!!!

@@Ineddiblehulk Fed's is actually extremely fast when he rips through it. He can get up to around 100 mph. I've yet to see a speed reading of Stan that exceeds that mark (though I wouldn't be surprised if there is one).

Agreed

by far

For me, he is overrated. I know, that he won 3 GS's, but overall he started playing quality tennis at the age of 28, since the end of 2013 till the half of 2017. He was ranked in top 10 5x, Murray 9x, Djokovic 12x, Roger 17x, Nadal 15x, Tsonga 6x, Berdych 7x. I don't think Stan is much better than Tsonga or Berdych, but for sure much worse than the Big 3 plus Andy.

Agreed he’s very underrated.

@@TheDymeR he beat prime Djokovic in final Australia open and final Roland Garros, how many player that can beat prime Djokovic in 2 consecutive years in a row? I don't think he's overrated but highly inconsistent. When he's on fire nothing can stop him.

@@felixyatin8086 When Kyrgios is on, is also very dangerous and beat Djokovic 2 times out of 2 matches.

@@TheDymeR did he beat prime Djokovic in 2 Gran slams final in a row?

kwl189, He’s a big match player

because against them he must play that kind of shots, if he want to win points ;)

Stan the man 💪

Stan's win against Djokovic in the French Open final was possibly the best match I've ever seen. Nadal would have had his hands full with Stan that day.

John Dunlap agreed. He was a monster that day. In all reality he should have won in straight sets. He lost the first set on a few loose shots here and there.

Steve Michael i think gasquet got a better one

Augustin Abraham, Nah m8. Stan is the backhand GOAT

Jimnosnow 4 stan have a powerful one, but gasquet have a backhand for which he can produce more topsin and pace with incredible angles. Only problem is he needs less than half a second more for that stroke

You will so hate me for this, but according to stats, Thiem's the best. Stan attacks a bit more often with the bh than Thiem, but Thiem's attack-winner-percentage is a bit higher and his bh is also significantly faster than Stan's (in all categories, his average bh speed and his average bh winner speed and his fastest bh (which happens to be the record with 104 mph, followed by Nadal and Gasquet with both 103 mph)

@@juliannaser4017 interesting stuff. I have not looked into the stats to that degree but they always throw up interesting tidbits. I think the winner to error ratio will be better for Thiem because he is not as aggressive as Stan. Also Stan has gone off the rails in last couple of years since his injuries so has lost a lot of matches. The stats no doubt include the recent years in decline. Thiem on the other hand has been on the rise last couple of years and is in his prime right now. Worth bearing in mind, it is not all about power either. Stan’s backhand is so good because of the angles and power combination. Also the control and depth and ability to change direction. I know if I could have any one players single hander, it would be Stan the man!

Hasn't really worked out for him vs Rafa in reality tho, has it? But I agree his backhand is amazing.

@@grimsonNope and that makes me like him even more, altogether with his winning record against Djokovic.

@@dachampions 6-20 is winning?

​​​@@lukeinvictus69 Djokovic was at his peak on Clay at this time and he could have troubled even the greatest Nadal on Clay just look even if Nadal wasn't at his prime he was still on Clay there beaten by Wavrinka in the 1/4. He won 3-1 in final against Djoko and would have won 95-100% of Nadal in RG finals... he had the best back hand ever in history at this time we aren't talking consistency here but a precise moment where he was just the greatest ever.

​​​@@grimsonDjokovic was at his peak on Clay at this time and he also bested him at his peak in the AO, he could have troubled even the greatest Nadal on Clay just look even if Nadal wasn't at his prime he was still on Clay there beaten by Wavrinka in the 1/4. He won 3-1 in final against 95-98% of Nadal in RG finals he would have won... Then it's just details he had the best back hand ever in history at this time we aren't talking consistency here but a precise moment where he was just the greatest in history with his backhand Nadal prime at RG could be considered a decade before it was an other style of tennis that would be crushed ten years of evolution. It did work against Nadal during this period of 3 years sir.

he's called "the man of big matches"

He's got cold nerves.

I agree

Federer has the best backhand...

Look up Lendl's backhand

Gasquet

@@Born2Punch hahaa you only watch highlights of Fedex I guess

The fact my tennis coach uses him as an example is a great example of your statement. It's simple yet elegant

Joe Bhoyroo right on 💪

Shapo’s backhand is very pretty, but on average he generates a lot less pace and depth than his own forehand. He only occasionally finds the time to rip a huge one. Wawrinka’s average backhand genuinely has forehand levels of pace and depth.

My sentiments exactly.

Nice. Agree.

He has a terrible record against those guys. His backhand is definitely amazing tho.

​@@grimsonDjokovic was at his peak on Clay at this time and he could have trouble even the greatest Nadal on Clay just look even if Nadal wasn't at his prime he was still on Clay there beaten by Wavrinka in the 1/4. He won 3-1 in final against 95-98% of Nadal in RG finals he would have won... Then it's just details he had the best back hand ever in history at this time we aren't talking consistency here but a precise moment where he was clearly having the best second hand ever

No Grand Slams shots in here... It's an ATP video. ;)

@@PapaDudeness lmao true

6onza Read my mind, this video isnt worthy for not having such a precise shot

Agreed..

That might be me

Nope, perhaps Alcaraz has listened your request😅

Del potro's forehand

With single hand you get more reach. With two hand you limit your self.

Maguslloret Munoz you’re right on 👍

love when people claim absolutes when the stats say otherwise. aesthetically and subjectively, no doubt one of the best. trying to claim inarguable best when there are higher speeds and winner percentages from others is just plain bias. cheers though~

Tao Paille-Paille 2017 fed

Federer's backhand was always great, and in some cases better than Wawrinka (like slices, drop shots, change of directions). The problem is his mentality/confidence.

Federer's backhand is better than Wawrinka's what are you talking about ?? He has the more variety and has been way more consistent with it in his career .

@@anisbougrab4725 ¿Variety? I've never seen Wawrinka take the ball early all the time like Federer does, or hit slices like Federer does, or drop shots, or half-volleys, or volleys. Also, tactically Federer is better. The only things Wawrinka's backhand is better, are raw power and consistency (due to his technique).

I think Federer's backhand is actually bad. If Federer had Wawrinka's backhand he would be simply unstoppable.

pbonacina69 you’re completely right there no one hits more backhand winners in a all match than Stand

not maybe...its totally for sure

You're comparing Lendl's backhand with Stan's?! I've watched LOTS of Lendl - and his backhand rarely reached Stan's level of lethalness.