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One the most recognizable names and personalities in table tennis, Petr Korbel has spent his life devoted to the game. First as a player winning big singles titles, and then as a coach. Now the Czech native is here to help you improve your game and give you the latest drills and tips for club players and aspiring pros so your game doesn’t get left behind.
In terms of playing style, Petr Korbel can be described as an offensive, technical two-wing looper. Another weapon of his is short game. Korbel is a right-handed shakehand player with an excellent use of the wrist when playing backhand loops. His spectacular backhand topspin with a strong sidespin, called "chiquita" after the curve of the ball, is well known among his competitors. Korbel uses this stroke to attack even very short and low serves, and this surprising stroke often brings points.
1988 – European Junior Champion
1991 – World Championships: 3rd in the team competition
1996 – Olympic Games: 4th place
2000 – 3rd position European Championship Single
2003, 2005, 2010 – European Championships: 3rd in the team competition
4-time winner of the Prague Open table tennis tournament
5-times Olympic athlete.
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About
One the most recognizable names and personalities in table tennis, Petr Korbel has spent his life devoted to the game. First as a player winning big singles titles, and then as a coach. Now the Czech native is here to help you improve your game and give you the latest drills and tips for club players and aspiring pros so your game doesn’t get left behind.
In terms of playing style, Petr Korbel can be described as an offensive, technical two-wing looper. Another weapon of his is short game. Korbel is a right-handed shakehand player with an excellent use of the wrist when playing backhand loops. His spectacular backhand topspin with a strong sidespin, called "chiquita" after the curve of the ball, is well known among his competitors. Korbel uses this stroke to attack even very short and low serves, and this surprising stroke often brings points.
1988 – European Junior Champion
1991 – World Championships: 3rd in the team competition
1996 – Olympic Games: 4th place
2000 – 3rd position European Championship Single
2003, 2005, 2010 – European Championships: 3rd in the team competition
4-time winner of the Prague Open table tennis tournament
5-times Olympic athlete.