Asking about opponents rubbers
Rules
Josha Matthewman Asked 14 years ago
Hi Jeff and Alois
I was in a league game recently and asked to see my opponents rubbers, as I thought he was using pimples, and he said that he doesnt have to tell me what he has on his bat. I was wondering, are you allowed to ask your opponent about their rubbers and do they have to tell you?
Thanks
Josha
Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago
Hi Josha,
Your opponent has to show you their bat before the match. Here is a copy of the rule that relates to this.
| 2.04.08 | Before the start of a match and whenever he changes his racket during a match a player shall show his opponent and the umpire the racket he is about to use and shall allow them to examine it |
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Paul Johnson Posted 14 years ago
They are not allowed to cover up the name. If it is the umpire can pull the tape off to show what type of rubbers they are. The umpire needs to check that the rubbers are legal so they need the labels showing.
Tim B Posted 14 years ago
T K Posted 12 years ago
Bringing up an old question relating to inspecting your opponents bat. Are you allowed to inspect or touch your opponents bat in-between games?