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The Science Behind Racquet Sports: Physics, Biomechanics, and Performance

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What is the primary force acting on a racquet during a serve in tennis?

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Magnus effect
💡 Explanation:

The Magnus effect is a force that acts on a spinning object in a fluid, such as a racquet moving through the air. It causes the ball to curve in the direction of the spin.

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