Short Backspin Serve

Rules

Roy J
Roy J Asked 7 years ago

Hi Guys

If I serve a short backspin serve which clears the net and the spin returns the ball back over the net without the receiver touching the ball, who gets the point?


Jeff Plumb
Member Badge Jeff Plumb Answered 7 years ago

Since your opponent hasn't touched the ball you win the point. If you can perfect that serve you'll be World Champion!


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