One and two-handed backhand executed in different kinematic chains

Tennis is numbered among technically complex sports disciplines, where a variety of shots considerably affects the results obtained by professional players. According to the references worldwide, tennis players should master four areas: technical, tactical, physical and mental ones [1]. One of the most essential elements of technical training is backhand, which can be performed with one or two hands. Upper limbs involved in a shot, depending on the method of performance, might form an open or closed kinematic chain. The kinematic chains differ in their structure and mobility. These differences call for making kinematic analysis, comparison and assessment of contribution of each chain link to the performance of a particular movement task. The assessment is focused on sequences of movements and the value of velocity in the involved limb segments.