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Rohit N
Rohit N Asked 15 years ago
Is it necessary to throw the ball 16cm high to serve?
Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 15 years ago

Hi Rohit,

Yes, that is one of the rules of Table Tennis.  It is good to get into the habit of doing it during training.

The ball can go higher if you want, but it has to go up at least 16cm away from your hand to be legal. 

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