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6.2.2. Clear

Carmen García and Manuel Mato. Clear shot (CC BY-NC-SA)

The clear shot is the easiest and most important shot in badminton.

It is used mostly in single badminton.

These are some characteristics of the clear shot:

  • The shuttlecock is hit high and deep from one end to the other end line.
  • It is good to gain time in the court.
  • It is a defensive shot.
  • The aim is to move the opponent from one side to the other side of the end line.
  • It can be played both with the forehand or backhand.

Watch this video to know how to play the clear shot.

Carmen García and Manuel Mato. Badminton clear shot (CC BY-NC-SA)