18Player Pre-Match Responsibilities
16 Rule Summaries from Section 18 of the 2026 Rulebook, in plain language.
18.A.1Paddle Found Non-Compliant Before the Match18.A.2Match Forfeit for Non-Compliant Paddle During Play18.A.3Non-Compliant Paddle Found After the Match18.BApparel18.B.1Depictions18.B.2Footwear18.B.3Apparel Change18.B.4Match Forfeit for Refusing to Change Apparel18.CStarting Server Identification (Doubles)18.C.1Match Forfeit for Refusing Identification18.DElectronic Equipment18.ENotice of Matches18.FReporting for Match18.F.1Forfeit for No-Show to First Game18.F.2Match Forfeit for No-Show in a Multiple-Game Match18.GPartner Change (Doubles)