THE TABLE TENNIS

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A journey through time:

The history of
table tennis
History of Table Tennis

Table tennis, also known as ping

pong, is a sport that has captured
the hearts of millions of people
around the world. From its humble
beginnings as a parlor game in
England in the late 19th century, to
its transformation into an Olympic
sport, ping pong has a rich and
fascinating history.
History of Table Tennis

“whiff-whaff”
The origins of ping pong can be
traced back to the late 1800s in The game was
England, where it was first known as "whiff-
played as a leisure activity for whaff" and was
the upper classes. played with simple
equipment, including
a lightweight
The first version of the game celluloid ball and
was played on a makeshift crude paddles made
table, often a dinner table, with from cork and
books serving as the net. parchment.
History of Table Tennis

Not long after, the

In 1901, an English well-known
manufacturer named James company, Parker
Gibb patented the game Brothers, acquired
under the name "Gossima," rights for "Ping
and a year later, the company Pong" and were
J. Jaques & Son Ltd began extremely
selling it under the name stringent on
"Ping-Pong.", enabling the whoever used
birth of the "Ping-Pong their name for
Association". anything other
than to promote
their game
equipment.
History of Table Tennis

In 1926, the International Table Tennis Federation The first World

(ITTF) was founded, setting the rules and regulations Table Tennis
Championships
for the sport and paving the way for international
were held in
competitions. London in 1926
 History of Table
Tennis

The 1950s and 1960s are often

referred to as the "Golden Age" of
ping pong, as the sport reached new
heights of popularity and cultural
significance

and in 1988, it was officially

recognized as an Olympic sport.
COURT DIMENSION
 The Table

The upper
surface of
the table,
known as the
playing
surface, is
2.74m long
and 1.525m
wide and is
horizontal
76cm above
the floor.

For doubles, each court is divided into two equal half courts by a
white center line, 3mm wide, running parallel with the side lines. The
center line forms part of each right half court.
THE NET ASSEMBLY
The Net Assembly

A tiebreaker
The net assembly includes the net, its suspension
is played
and the supporting posts, including the clamps
when sets
attaching them to the table.
are tied at
6-6
 The Net Assembly

The net is suspended by a cord

attached at each end to an upright
post 15.25cm high. The outside limits
of the post are 15.25cm outside the
side line. The top of the net is
15.25cm above the playing surface.
The bottom of the net, along its
whole length, is as close as possible
to the playing surface. The ends of
the net are attached to the
supporting posts from top to bottom.
TOOLS &
EQUIPMENTS
TABLE TENNIS RACKET
A table tennis racket, also known as a
paddle or bat, is the most crucial piece
of equipment. It consists of a blade
and two rubber sheets attached to it.

Paddles must be made with at least

85% wood, but can also include some
carbon fiber in their design.
Parts of a table
tennis racket:

Blade

Blade is the wooden part of the racket. It

comes in different sizes, shapes, and
weights. The most common types of blades
are: Allround: Suitable for beginners, provides
better control and feeling.

Offensive: For advanced players who prefer

a more aggressive style of play, offers more
power and speed.

Defensive: Ideal for defensive players,

provides better spin and control.
Parts of a table
tennis racket:

Rubber Sheets

Rubber sheets come in various types, such

as pimples-in, pimples-out, and anti-spin. The
most common types are: Inverted: The
rubber surface is smooth, provides better
spin and control.

Pimples-in: The rubber surface has small

pimples facing inward, offers better control
and less spin.

Pimples-out: The rubber surface has small

pimples facing outward, provides more spin
and less control.
Table Tennis Ball

Table tennis ball must have a diameter of 40

millimeters and weigh 2.7 grams. It is made of
a unique plastic-like material called celluloid.
Air is trapped inside the ball which allows it to
bounce after striking a paddle or table.
Table Tennis Table

The table looks like a smaller version of a tennis

court, with lines marking the area of play and a
net dividing the two courts. The rectangular
table is nine feet long, five feet wide, and stands
30 inches off the ground.
Table Tennis Net

Is another part of the table that

stretches across the width of the
table and extends six inches over
each side with the posts at either
end. The net is made of a stretchy
nylon material and measures six
inches from the top of the net down
the table.
Shirt
Shorts
Socks

CLOTHING
Shoes
Paddle case

The inside is lined with a foam layer that

protects the paddle from chipping or the
rubber from peeling. It also protects the
paddles from environmental factors such
as sunlight or cold which harms the
paddle's rubber.
Table Tennis robot

Robots designed to serve

the ball across the table
for a player to return. A
large container is
attached to the robot that
the player will feed with
the table tennis. The robot
will then send the table
tennis balls onto the
player's side of the table
until empty.