weird service receive

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gian crispino
gian crispino Asked 14 years ago

hello there...

I just had a weird idea. in receiving the ball, and it hits your hand that holds the racket, its legal isnt it? what if you do it on purpose? is it still legal? I am thinking of doing this to return unpredictable services... :D


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago

Hi Gian,

This is legal but difficult to do and win a point using it.  Even if you can do it the other player will be able to hit it easily.

I think you are better off to stick with the racket. 


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