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Professional players usually glue their own special rubbers on each side of the racket and different rubbers have different effects on the ball. Its regulation to have a black rubber on one side of the racket and red on the other side so that the opponent can tell what kind of rubber the player hit the ball with. (Players usually inspect their opponents rackets before the match begins to determine what kind of rubber is used on each side of their racket)
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 15y agoThis is an ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) rule adopted several years ago so an opponent can see which rubber side is being used to strike the ball. Because of the different types of rubber that can do different things to the ball is the main reason for the rule. Reb and black were chosen to make it more uniform was another main reason for the color choice.
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What are the two colours of rubber allowed in table tennis racket?
Red and Black
What are table tennis cases for?
Table tennis cases are used to hold and protect your table tennis racket. Bumpernets.com is one of many web sites you can go to check out selections of table tennis racket cases.
Where can one purchase a Stiga table tennis racquet?
Amazon is a great place to find a Stiga table tennis racket at an excellent price. There are several styles to choose from with varying colors and prices.
In table tennis can you use a red and black paddle?
Since 1 July 1986 the rules of table tennis state that one side of the racket shall be bright red and the other side black.
Do you have a picture of a table tennis racket?
You can pull up table tennis rackets at www.bumpernets.com. Click on the link at the top for table tennis.
Which table tennis racket should you use?
You should choose a table tennis racket which complements your style of play.
In table tennis is it a good return if ball is hit buy the side of the recket?
Yes. Rule 2.05.07 states that... "A player strikes the ball if he touches it in play with his racket, held in the hand, or with his racket hand below the wrist." This means that all of the following are legal and will constitute a good return. You can hit the ball with ... * the rubber on your table tennis racket, or * the edge of your table tennis racket, or * the handle of your table tennis racket, or * any part of your racket hand below the wrist, including the fingers of your racket hand
What are the things you should do for the maintenance of your table tennis racket?
To protect your table tennis racket, make buy a good racket case (sometimes called a table tennis racket cover) to store it in. This will keep it safe from damage such as liquid spills, dirt and sunlight. A second method of caring for your racket is to use a sponge and plain water to keep your rubbers clean.
Size of the table tennis racket?
9 inches
What do you call the racket for table tennis?
A bat - or paddle.
Are players in table tennis allowed to use a red and black paddle?
Since 1 July 1986 the rules of table tennis state that one side of the racket shall be bright red and the other side black.
Is a table tennis bat a bat or a racket?
Table tennis rackets are used to hit the ball back and forth.
