Badminton — Practice Quiz

The shuttle floats and changes direction in the air

Floating service is special because the shuttle is sent over medium height and it floats and changes direction in the air due to air currents. This unpredictable movement makes it difficult for the opponent to judge where the shuttle will land and how to return it effectively. High service goes very high, long service reaches the back, but only floating service changes direction unpredictably.

Left side

The left side is generally considered the weak side for most players because the majority of people are right-handed. Right-handed players find it more difficult to play shots on their left side as it requires backhand strokes, which are typically weaker than forehand strokes. This is why it's a good tactic to send the shuttle to the opponent's left side during receiving.

Hitting the shuttle coming to your left side with the back of your palm facing the net

Backhand receiving is used when the shuttle comes to the left of a right-handed player. The player turns their body left, extends the right hand to the left, and turns the racket so the back of the palm faces the net to hit the shuttle back. This technique is necessary because the shuttle is on the non-dominant side and requires a different grip and body position.

For effective foot movement around the court

Higher strength and endurance in legs is required for effective foot movement in badminton. Players need to move quickly in all directions - forward, backward, left, and right - to reach the shuttle and maintain good court position. Strong legs provide the power and stamina needed for this constant movement throughout the game. Hitting power comes from shoulders, coordination from practice, and accuracy from skill.