Badminton Equipment and Rules Overview

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Who has the authority to rule on whether equipment complies with the specifications for Badminton?

The equipment manufacturers only

The players participating in the match

The Badminton World Federation (correct)

Member Associations only

What must happen if a game score reaches 20-all?

The first side to reach 25 points wins

The game ends in a tie

One side must score two consecutive points to win (correct)

A second toss is conducted

What is the maximum points needed to win a game if the score reaches 29-all?

You must score 29 points

You must score 30 points (correct)

You must score 31 points

You must score 32 points

At what point do players change ends during a match?

At the end of the first game and the end of the second game, if there is a third game Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items is NOT allowed in Para badminton?

Any standard badminton racket Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition for scoring in a game of Badminton?

The opposing side must commit a fault Signup and view all the answers

What choice does the side winning the toss NOT have to make?

To choose which shuttlecock to use Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of games for a match in Badminton under standard conditions?

Best of three games Signup and view all the answers

What position should the shuttle be in when the server hits it?

Below the server's armpit Signup and view all the answers

When does the service begin in Wheelchair Badminton?

When the server first moves the racket forwards Signup and view all the answers

What determines the service courts used by players in a game?

The score of the server Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the server misses the shuttle during the service attempt?

The service is deemed a fault but allowed to retry Signup and view all the answers

How is readiness of the receiver determined in Wheelchair Badminton?

When the receiver attempts a return of the service Signup and view all the answers

What must the server do after winning a rally?

Change service courts Signup and view all the answers

During doubles play, what is allowed regarding partner positions during service?

Partners may take positions that do not block each other's view Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during a rally in Wheelchair Badminton?

Players can hit the shuttle from any position until it's out Signup and view all the answers

What must happen when a mistake in changing ends is discovered?

The ends are changed immediately with the current score standing. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a correct service in badminton?

The flight of the shuttle must be upwards from the server’s racket and land in the receiver’s service court. Signup and view all the answers

What is considered undue delay in the delivery of a service?

Delaying the serve after the receiver is ready. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the server and receiver's positions during a service?

They must stand within diagonally opposite service courts without touching the boundary lines. Signup and view all the answers

What is required regarding the feet during the service?

Some part of both feet must be in contact with the surface and stationary until the service is delivered. Signup and view all the answers

In wheelchair badminton, what must be stationary during the service?

Both the wheels of the server's and receiver's wheelchair except for natural counter movement. Signup and view all the answers

Where must the shuttle be hit by the server's racket?

At the base of the shuttle. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum height at which the shuttle can be when hit by the server's racket?

1.15 metres from the surface of the court. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a shuttle is caught on the net during play in Wheelchair Badminton?

It is a fault. Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a fault if a player touches the net with their racket?

Touching the net at any time during play. Signup and view all the answers

Which action may invalidate a stroke in Wheelchair Badminton?

Hitting the shuttle while the player’s trunk is in contact with the wheelchair seat. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance would a 'let' be called?

Both the server and receiver fault during the service. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes deliberately distracting an opponent in badminton?

Making gestures while the shuttle is in play. Signup and view all the answers

In Wheelchair Badminton, what is a fault regarding the player's foot placement?

The fixation of a foot to the footrest can be lost. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs if the server serves before the receiver is ready?

A 'let' is called. Signup and view all the answers

What restriction applies to invading an opponent’s court in badminton?

Invading the court under the net is prohibited if it distracts the opponent. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a 'let' occurs during a match?

The player who served last must serve again. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition is a shuttle considered not in play?

When a fault or let is called. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum interval time allowed between games?

120 seconds Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario can the umpire suspend play?

When necessitated by circumstances not within the control of the players. Signup and view all the answers

What is the ruling if the shuttle disintegrates during play?

The point is replayed. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations allows for a 'let' to be called?

A line judge is unsighted. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time limit for a player to take an interval during a game when the leading score reaches 11 points?

60 seconds Signup and view all the answers

Which circumstance is NOT considered a reason for suspension of play by the umpire?

Referee's personal decision. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Equipment and Compliance

Badminton World Federation (BWF) decides if rackets, shuttles, and equipment comply with specifications.
Players, officials, manufacturers, and member associations can request rulings.
Para badminton allows wheelchairs and crutches with specific regulations.
Player may be fixed to the wheelchair with an elastic belt.
Wheelchair can have supporting wheels extending beyond the main wheel.
Player's feet must be fixed to the wheelchair's footrest.

Toss

A toss determines which side chooses to serve first or start at a specific end of the court.
The side losing the toss gets the remaining choice.

Scoring System

A badminton match is best of three games, unless otherwise arranged.
A game is won by the first side to reach 21 points.
A side scores a point by winning a rally.
A side wins a rally if the opponent commits a fault or the shuttle lands in the opponent's court.
If the score reaches 20-all, the first side to gain a two-point lead wins.
If the score reaches 29-all, the side scoring the 30th point wins.
The winner of a game serves first in the next.

Change of Ends

Players change ends at the end of the first game, the second game if there is a third, and in the third game when a side scores 11 points.
If ends are changed incorrectly, they are fixed as soon as discovered, and the score remains unchanged.

Service

The shuttle must be hit upwards from the server's racket, passing over the net to land in the receiver's service court.
There should be no undue delay in service delivery once players are ready.
The server and receiver must be in diagonally opposite service courts, not touching the boundary lines.
Both feet of both players must be in contact with the court surface from the start of the service until delivery.
The server's racket must initially hit the base of the shuttle and the shuttle must be below 1.15 meters from the court surface.
For wheelchair badminton, the shuttle must be below the server's armpit when hit.
The server's racket movement must continue forward from the start of the service until delivery.
The server cannot miss the shuttle attempt.
The start of the service is the first forward motion of the server's racket head.
The service is delivered when the shuttle is hit by the racket or the server misses it.
The server must not serve before the receiver is ready.
In doubles, partners can move within their courts during service delivery, but cannot obstruct the opponent's view.

Singles

Players serve from and receive in their right service courts when the server has scored an even number of points.
They serve and receive in their left service courts when the server has scored an odd number of points.
In Para badminton half-court classes, players serve from and receive in their respective service courts.

Order of Play & Position on Court

Shuttle can be hit by both players alternately from any position on their side of the net until it goes out of play.

Scoring and Serving

If the server wins a rally, they score a point and serve again from the alternate service court.
If the receiver wins a rally, they score a point.
The receiver serves next.

General Faults and Penalties

If the shuttle:
- Hits the net and falls onto the striker's side of the court
- Hits the surface of the court outside the boundary lines
- Lands outside the opponent's service court in a service
- Does not pass over the net in a service (it hits the net)
- Touches a player's racket and does not travel towards the opponent's court.
In wheelchair badminton, if the shuttle:
- Caught in the net and remains suspended on top
- After passing over the net, is caught in the net
If a player:
- Touches the net or supports with their racket, person, or dress.
- Invades an opponent's court over the net with their racket or person, except for following the shuttle over the net with the racket after the initial point of contact on their side.
- Invades an opponent's court under the net with their racket or person, obstructing or distracting the opponent.
- Obstructs an opponent's legal stroke where the shuttle is followed over the net.
- Deliberately distracts an opponent by action such as shouting or gestures.
- In wheelchair badminton, at the moment of shuttle hit no part of their trunk is in contact with the seat.
- In wheelchair badminton, if the foot fixation to the footrest is lost.
- In wheelchair badminton, during play, the player touches the floor with their feet.
A point is awarded to the opponent if a player commits a fault during the rally.
Penalty: If a player is persistently guilty of flagrant offences, they may be punished.

Lets

An umpire or player can call a let to halt play.
If the server serves before the receiver is ready.
During service, both the receiver and server commit a fault.
After a returned service, the shuttle:
- Caught on the net and remains suspended
- After passing over the net, is caught in the net.
During play, the shuttle disintegrates and the base separates.
Play is disrupted or a player is distracted by a coach.
A line judge cannot see the shuttle, and the umpire or review cannot make a decision.
Any unforeseen or accidental situation occurs.
When let occurs, play after service does not count, and the last server serves again.

Shuttle Not in Play

The shuttle is not in play when:
- It hits the net and falls towards the striker's side.
- It hits the surface of the court.
- A fault or let occurs.

Continuous Play, Misconduct & Penalties

Play is continuous from the first service until the match is concluded, unless laws 16.2, 16.3, and 16.5.3 apply.
Intervals in play:
- Not exceeding 60 seconds during each game when the leading score reaches 11 points.
- Not exceeding 120 seconds between the first and second game, and between the second and third game.
Suspension of play:
- The umpire can suspend play in circumstances outside the players' control.
- The referee can instruct the umpire to suspend play under special circumstances, including repairs to Para badminton equipment.
If a player commits an egregious, repeated, or persistent fault, they may be penalised.

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This quiz covers essential aspects of badminton equipment compliance, including regulations for players with disabilities and the scoring system for matches. It also addresses the importance of the toss in determining the service choice. Test your knowledge on the BWF regulations and scoring rules of badminton.