Answer for Counter topspin , Block, Punch

I think with the blocks it definitely best used only when you have to in the modern game. It’s always better to play a small counter topspin or a punch if possible, this keeps you aggressive, takes away the opponents time and will out them under much more stress. However there are times if the opponent gets in a very strong attack you may need to block 1 or 2 balls and then try to find a chance for a counter or a punch by controlling their speed and blocking into a difficult position. But for sure as you said you always want to try to counter attack, this will help you long term as well against stringer players who are able to get in the first attack against you more often. Tom 🙂