Table Tennis Rules and Equipment

Study Notes

Table Tennis Table & Equipment

Table dimensions: 9 feet (2.74 m) long, 5 feet (1.525 m) wide, and 30 inches (76 cm) high
Table color: Dark green or blue with white lines
Ball weight: 2.7 grams
Ball color: White or orange, matte finish
Racket (paddle) weight: 150–250 grams (variable by player preference)
Racket material: Wood and rubber (for grip and spin)
Net height: 6 inches (15.25 cm)
Net position: Stretches across the center of the table

Table Tennis Rules - Serving

Ball toss: Must be at least 6 inches (16 cm) high
Serve bounce: One bounce on server's side, then one bounce on opponent's side
Serve visibility: Ball must be clearly visible

Table Tennis Rules - Scoring

Winning score: 11 points
Tiebreaker: Win by 2 points at 10-10
Serving rotation: Switch serves every two points, or after every point at deuce (10-10)

Table Tennis Rules - Prohibited Actions

Double bounce: Not allowed on a single shot; only one bounce per side
Out-of-bounds: Illegal to hit the ball out of bounds
Double hit: Illegal to hit the ball twice in a single shot

Table Tennis Rules - Net Contact on Serve

Valid serve: If the ball lands on the correct side of the net after touching it, the serve is a "let" (re-serve allowed)
Invalid serve: If the ball does not land correctly, the opponent receives a point

Description

Test your knowledge on the essential rules and equipment of table tennis. This quiz covers everything from table specifications to serving and scoring regulations. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts looking to improve their understanding of the game.