Table tennis is sometimes referred to as ping pong due to the sound the ball makes when it hits a surface.
It is a sport which can be played by two or four players like tennis. The players hit a lightweight, hollow ball to each other using 'bats'.
The game takes place on a hard table divided by a small net.
Players must allow a ball played towards them only one bounce on their side of the table and must return it so that it bounces on the opposite side.
Points are scored when a player fails to return the ball within the rules. Play is fast and demands quick reactions.
A variety of skills can be used when playing such as putting a spin on the ball.
Table tennis was first incorporated into the Asian Games in 1958.
LIST OF EVENTS
MEN
Doubles
Singles
Team
WOMEN
Doubles
Singles
Team
BOYS
Singles
GIRLS
Singles
MIXED
Doubles