In Tennis, What's the Ruling if a Player Uses the Racket to Slice the Ball into 2 Pieces on the Return and Both Pieces Go Over the Net?

If a player uses the racket to slice the ball into two pieces on the return and both pieces go over the net, the point is awarded to the opponent. This is because the ball is considered to have been hit twice, which is illegal.

According to the Laws of Tennis:

  • A player must hit the ball cleanly, without touching it twice.
  • If the ball touches the net and goes over, the point is replayed.
  • If the ball is sliced into two pieces, both pieces must be considered as one ball.

In this scenario:

  • The player hit the ball twice, by slicing it into two pieces.
  • Both pieces went over the net, but this does not negate the fact that the ball was hit twice.
  • Therefore, the point is awarded to the opponent.

Related Questions and Answers

  1. What is the penalty for hitting the ball twice in tennis?
    • The point is awarded to the opponent.
  2. What is the ruling if the ball touches the net and goes over?
    • The point is replayed.
  3. Are both pieces of a sliced ball considered one ball in tennis?
    • Yes.
  4. Is it legal to slice the ball into two pieces in tennis?
    • No.
  5. What is the difference between a slice and a cut in tennis?
    • A slice spins the ball sideways, while a cut spins the ball downwards.

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