A wooden tennis racquet will do that to people ... While I could still use my Western grip, the wood racquets worked best when I shifted my weight forward instead of employing an open stance ...

A semi-western grip strikes a great balance between topspin and control, making it suitable for most playing styles. Ensure your grip allows your wrist to stay natural and your racquet face to be ...

Place the palm of your hand on top of the handle then move the racket inwards a quarter turn. The thumb should fall diagonally across the back of the grip, though some players wrap it all the way ...