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About Table tennis

Table tennis, also known as "Ping-Pong," is similar to tennis but played on a table top with a smaller ball and rackets. Maybe people own table tennis tables in their basements or garages for recreational use. Table tennis is also a professional sport.

Table tennis History

Table tennis was popularized in the United States and Europe in the early twentieth century. At that time the game was band in Russia, because the rulers believed that playing the game had adverse effect on player's eye site. However, the sport continued to grow in other parts of the world, and London hosted the first official world championships in 1927. In the 1970's, table tennis served as a vehicle to help warm relations between China and the United States, when U.S. and Chinese table tennis players met at the 31st World Table Tennis Championship in Japan. In 1988, Table tennis became an official Olympic sport.

Table tennis Tips

A skilled player can impart several varieties of spin to the ball, altering its trajectory and making it hard for their opponent to return. Players should keep their eyes on their opponent's racket when they are serving to avoid deception. It is best to try to return with a forehand, this takes practicing good footwork. Mix up your returns when receiving, thereby keeping your opponent off guard.

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