Plain Table Tennis, Wheel Size : 35-70mm

Table Tennis

*Overview*

Table tennis, also known as ping-pong, is a fast-paced, indoor racquet sport played on a rectangular table with small rackets (paddles) and a lightweight ball.

*Equipment*

1. Table: 9 ft x 5 ft x 30 in (2.74 m x 1.52 m x 76 cm)

2. Rackets (Paddles): Made of wood, carbon, or composite materials

3. Ball: Celluloid or plastic, 40 mm diameter

4. Net: 6 ft x 6 in (1.83 m x 15 cm)

*Objective*

Hit the ball back and forth across the net, making it land on the opponent's side, while preventing it from landing on your own side.

*Gameplay*

1. Serve: One player serves, then the opponent returns.

2. Rally: Players hit the ball back and forth.

3. Point: Won when opponent fails to return or makes an error.

4. Game: First to 11 points, with a 2-point advantage.

5. Match: Best 3 or 4 games.

*Basic Strokes*

1. Forehand

2. Backhand

3. Smash

4. Loop

5. Spin

*Types of Play*

1. Singles

2. Doubles

3. Mixed Doubles

*Physical Benefits*

1. Improves hand-eye coordination

2. Enhances reaction time

3. Develops agility and speed

4. Boosts cardiovascular fitness

*Mental Benefits*

1. Enhances focus and concentration

2. Develops strategy and tactics

3. Improves mental agility

4. Reduces stress

*Competitions*

1. International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) tournaments

2. National and local leagues

*Variations*

1. Recreational

2. Competitive

3. Table Tennis 365 (TT365)

4. Para Table Tennis

Table tennis is a fun, social, and physically demanding sport, enjoyed by millions worldwide.