Table tennis

 Table tennis, also known as ping pong, is a fast-paced sport played between two (singles) or four (doubles) players. Here are some key points about the game: ### Basics of Table Tennis - **Equipment**: Players use a lightweight wooden paddle (racket) and a small plastic ball (40mm diameter). - **Table**: The game is played on a rectangular table (2.74m long, 1.525m wide, and 76cm high) divided by a 15.25 cm high net. - **Scoring**: A match is typically played to 11 points, and players must win by at least 2 points. Matches are usually best of five or seven games. ### Rules - **Serving**: Players must toss the ball vertically at least 16 cm before striking it. The serve must hit the server's side first, then the opponent's side. - **Rallies**: Players take turns hitting the ball back and forth. The ball must be returned after it bounces once on their side. - **Let Serve**: If the serve hits the net but still goes over and lands in the correct area, it's a let serve and is r...