Serve sides

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muhammad asim
muhammad asim Asked 7 years ago

When we serve, if the ball goes from the left or the right "side" of the table, is it a wrong serve?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 7 years ago

Hi Muhammad,

You are allowed to serve so that the ball leaves the side of the table after bouncing.

Only in wheelchair rules is this not allowed.


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