The Art of Badminton


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An instructional guide to the sport of badminton, presented by a 21-time All-England champion! Also a two-time British chess champion, his strategic acumen shines through both in his badminton and tennis tactics. One of my favourite quotes from the book perfectly captures his mindset: "I prefer to expect the best stroke my opponent has any reasonable chance of making; that is, the stroke which is most likely to cause me trouble." - Summary by Rapunzelina

Chapters

Introduction 4:43 Read by Rapunzelina
I. The Racket and How to Hold it 12:21 Read by Rapunzelina
II. Footwork and Poise 22:35 Read by Rapunzelina
III. Stroke Production 18:15 Read by Rapunzelina
IV. The Smash 15:22 Read by Rapunzelina
V. The Lob (or Clear) 13:30 Read by Rapunzelina
VI. Drop-Shots 15:02 Read by Rapunzelina
VII. The Drive 3:12 Read by Rapunzelina
VIII. Service 18:03 Read by Rapunzelina
IX. Return of Service 7:54 Read by Rapunzelina
X. Feinting 4:30 Read by Rapunzelina
XI. Tactics (General Ideas) 26:49 Read by Rapunzelina
XII. Doubles (Side-by-Side Formation) 13:41 Read by Rapunzelina
XIII. Doubles (Back-and-Front Formation) 16:26 Read by Rapunzelina
XIV. Singles 27:17 Read by Rapunzelina
XV. Match Winning 9:16 Read by Rapunzelina