Hitting with the handle

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MAAZ ASAD
MAAZ ASAD Asked 12 years ago

Is it fault when the ball hit the handle of racket? it happens most of the time when i hold my racket with a pen hold grip. 


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Maaz,

The handle is part of your racket so it is still in.


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MAAZ ASAD

MAAZ ASAD Posted 12 years ago

Thank you coach. i have another question, if the ball hits your hand and sucessfuly reaches the other court, is it a fault or not?

 


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 12 years ago

This is also a good shot.  Up to your wrist is considered to be part of your bat.


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