Ball Breaking on Contact
Rules
Shawn 619shawn Asked 10 years ago
During a match that I had, I made a smash and the ball broke during the impact, making me miss my shot. Would that be a let, or my opponent's point?
Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago
Hi Shawn,
That would usually be called a let. It would be a bit unfair if the point was awarded against you.
The ITTF rule that covers this is:
| 2.09.01 | The rally shall be a let |
| 2.09.02.04 | because the conditions of play are disturbed in a way which could affect the outcome of the rally. |
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