“People have taken a page from (Carlos) Alcaraz,” Tennis Channel analyst Andy Roddick said during the recent Italian Open, referring to the sensational newcomer’s reliance on the drop shot.

The world’s No. 3 player takes a break from pounding two-handed backhands to hit a delicate one-handed drop shot. 1.Players who hit two-handed backhands usually don’t find the one-handed ...

As players hit with more power and more topspin the drop shot has become increasingly effective as a surprise variation. Use this when you have forced your opponent back behind the baseline with a ...

Carlos Alcaraz had his drop shot clicking and it helped him overcome physical issues to claim a 6-3, 7-6 (8) victory over ...