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The Ball

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Courtesy of the ITTF Handbook 2008/2009

2.3 The Ball

2.3.1 The ball shall be spherical, with a diameter of 40mm.

2.3.2 The ball shall weigh 2.7g.

2.3.3 The ball shall be made of celluloid or similar plastics material and shall be white or orange, and matt.

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