The whole story of this matter is:
1) Proposal by the representative of Japan.
At yesterday's "ITTF Annual Meeting on the Internet", the representative of Japan put forward a proposal to modify the serving rules.
The main contents are as follows: It is suggested that the rule of "throwing the ball higher than 16cm when serving" be changed to "throwing the ball higher than the head".
The reason given is: In this way, it is easier for "judges, the elderly and children" to judge whether the service is in compliance.
2) Due to opposition, the proposal was temporarily rejected.
The proposal made by the representative of Japan seems to be "reasonable and high-sounding", but many countries have withdrawn.
Many representatives raised objections to this proposal, mainly including:
A. Everyone is different in height. Is this rule fair?
B: Do you keep your head down when you serve?
C. What if a player who is good at "backhand serve" throws the ball so high?
D. should this apply to all ages?
According to the regulations, the proposal must be approved by 75% of the total number of delegates (12 1). However, because many people raised objections, only 6 1 vote finally agreed, accounting for 50.4 1%.
Therefore, the Japanese proposal has not been passed, and it is necessary to further solicit the opinions of more players and make a decision after in-depth discussion.
To tell the truth, this vote is risky enough, and it is already over half. With the public relations ability of the Japan Table Tennis Association, it's hard to say if you vote next time.
Maybe someone will say: the rules are the same for everyone, and there is no such thing as "who is the most beneficial".
However, in this case, is it ok to "raise the table 10 cm"? Is this fair? ~ if so, it is estimated that Japan will jump first, because that is not good for him.
In other words: as long as it is beneficial to him, it is fair; What's against him is unfairness.
Who is best at "throwing the ball over your head"?
It goes without saying that it is short, of course!
For table tennis, a "very delicate ball", the lower the ball is from the table, the easier it is to control when serving, and the greater the threat.
The higher the ball leaves the table, the longer the ball falls, and the finer the service will be, without any deviation.
As the saying goes, a misstep makes a lasting regret.
The gap between table tennis masters is often within one millimeter. So for this kind of small ball, some minor deviations may lead to different results, which is not good for some players.
In other words, the taller the player is, the worse the shorter the player is.
In this way, it is clear to whom it is beneficial:
1) Japanese players are the shortest: Mikei Ito is less than 1.5 meters tall, and the average height of the team is estimated to be less than 1.6 meters.
2) The average height of China players is estimated to be 1.7m, which is at least 10cm higher than that of Japanese players.
3) European and American players are the tallest: the average height is expected to reach 1.8m, which is 20 cm higher than that of Japanese players.
You see: this new rule, this method, let others pass? Finally, the Japanese team may have to play by itself.
Personally, I think:
In the long run, the impact is not too great; However, in the short term, especially for the Tokyo Olympics, it may have a great impact.
Because:
1) China players are of medium height, which is much more affected than the smallest Japanese players, but much less affected than the tallest European and American players.
2) In the long run, as long as we get used to it and change our old habits, our China players' adaptability to the new rules will not be greatly affected in the end.
3) However, in the short term, it may have some impact on the upcoming Tokyo Olympic Games.
Because:
A. Although we China players can throw the serve very high, we don't often use it. Once the new regulations are implemented, it is equivalent to changing an old habit and implementing a new one.
B.it's not so easy to form new habits. It takes time, not overnight.
C. Besides, the way of pitching has changed, and many players may not adapt to it, so they may have to change the service method ~ just like "small ball becomes big ball", maybe the past service method may not be applicable, so we need to re-study the service method.
In that case, you will have a big head!
Re-studying and designing the service method will hurt the muscles and bones. This is a systematic project, which takes time and may affect the Olympic Games next year.
Therefore, to outsiders, this new regulation seems to be just "throwing high 10 ~ 20 cm", which is simple, indifferent and trivial.
However, just like the "small ball becomes big ball" in that year, didn't it just increase the "small 2mm"? It's almost insignificant ~ however, the impact on players is huge, and many players have to quit because they can't play.
Therefore, don't underestimate the change of this rule, but the impact on our players should not be underestimated.
As the saying goes: no profit can't afford to get up early.
From "2 1" to "1 1", from "small ball to big ball" to "new rules for players' ranking points" ... These new rules proposed by Japanese table tennis players or independently should have been planned for a long time or even tailored for themselves.
Before they put forward a new plan, they should take action and conduct secret training in this area in advance. So, when they are ready, they will submit a proposal. Once the proposal is passed, their players will take the lead in adapting and let others be caught off guard.
Japan has always been good at "sneak attack", and the Japan Table Tennis Association has inherited this well.
So, let's not be too honest about table tennis in China. Don't always hold the traditional concept of "let him change whatever he wants, and rely on his own strength". We should also consider setting up a special "new rules research department" instead of fighting wits and trying to seek benefits for our team.
Otherwise, the rules are very important, and if left unchecked, it will have a great impact on us.
Just like this table tennis World Cup: no substitute for you. No matter how strong you are, I can make you lose the ball by modifying the rules. What's the point of being strong?
In a word, I hope everyone will take a serious and cautious attitude towards all the new rules, plan ahead and deal with them in advance, so as not to affect the most important Olympic plan.
Come on, China table tennis!