Warm up - Is it a rule

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Viet Dang Xuan
Viet Dang Xuan Asked 12 years ago

Hi PingSkills,

I always see players doing some on-table warm up before starting matches by some counterhits and topspin-block. But is it possible to refuse warming up with the opponent or we must do it? If yes, do we need to have a good reason (such as already warmed up)?

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Viet,

It is just part of the etiquette of the game.  There is no rule that says you have to.

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aaron jones

aaron jones Posted 12 years ago

That's

a good answer


aaron jones

aaron jones Posted 12 years ago

PingSkills

where could i get a good outside table tennis table


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 12 years ago

Which country do you live in?


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