Deep lob

In tennis, a deep lob is a shot hit high and deep towards the opponent’s backcourt, with the intention of forcing them to move back and hit a defensive shot. The deep lob is often used as a defensive strategy when a player is on the run or out of position, as it buys them time to recover and regain their court position. It can also be used as an offensive strategy, as a well-placed deep lob can force the opponent to hit a weak return, setting up an easy winner for the lobber.