Badminton Rules
🏆 How to Win
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Games go to 21 points (rally scoring).
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You must win by 2 points, unless the score reaches 30 — then, the first to 30 wins!
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A point is scored after every rally, no matter who served.
🌿 Where to Serve From
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Even score: Serve from the right side.
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Odd score: Serve from the left side.
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Always serve diagonally across to your opponent's service box.
🚀 How to Serve
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Serve underhand, and the shuttle must be hit below your waist (lowest rib).
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Racket must point downward at contact.
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You must be stationary inside your service box during the serve.
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Serve must be done in one continuous forward motion.
❌ Faults (Opponent Gets the Point)
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Shuttle lands outside the boundary lines.
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Serve lands into or inside the front service line ("kitchen").
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Serving from the wrong side or stepping on lines.
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Touching the net with your body or racket.
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Hitting the shuttle twice on the same side.
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Missing the shuttle on a serve attempt.
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Hitting ceiling or obstructions.
🛃 Where to Stand
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Singles: Use the narrow court (sidelines are out).
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Doubles: Use the wide court (sidelines are in).
↺ Switching Sides
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Switch court sides after each game.
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In a 3rd game, switch sides when one player/team reaches 11 points.
🧡 Be a Good Sport
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Say "Good game!" and tap rackets after each match.
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If there’s a close call, just replay the point.
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Keep it fun, respectful, and fair for everyone!

