In badminton, a drive is a quick, flat, powerful counter-attacking shot played from mid-court to mid-court. It can be both a backhanded and forehanded shot, and is considered an attacking shot as it forces the opponent to hit an upward return. The drive shot is hit hard on a horizontal or slightly downward path, usually played down the sidelines of the court. It is often used in doubles, as the players want to keep the shuttle low. With an effective drive, you can force a weak return from your opponent.

Here are some instructional tips on how to perform the drive shot:

• Begin with a split step stance, with more weight on the dominant foot
• Lunge forward towards the flight of the shuttle
• Use a relaxed forehand grip and swing the racket backwards, similar to a sidearm throwing motion
• Contact the shuttle and use the wrist at the end of the swing for power
• Follow through to the opposite side of the body

The backhand drive is similar to the forehand drive, but is played on the backhand side of the court.