Player 1 has to tell player 2 whether the are serving into area A or B. Player 1 has two serves, if the serve goes in the correct area and they eventually win the point they get a bonus point.
If the serve goes in the unstated area the point is still played out with no bonus points. The first player to 4 points wins.
Correct ball toss - throw slightly in front.
Keep left arm upwards whilst serving.
Use of wrist to control racket face.
Keep front foot still.
Use knee bend at appropriate time after ball toss.
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