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The rules you will see every few minutes, in the order you meet them. Each opens on its answer.
B · Beginner · 8 rules · Step 1 of 4How do you score and win?
- How do you score a point in badminton?Whoever wins the rally scores a point, whether they served or not.
- How many points win a game of badminton?A game is won by the first side to 21 points.
- How many games are in a badminton match?A badminton match is the best of three games: the first side to win two games wins the match.
Serving
- What makes a serve legal in badminton?The serve must be hit with the whole shuttle below 1.15 metres from the floor, in one continuous forward movement, hitting the base of the shuttle first and without adding spin as it is released.
- Which side do you serve from in badminton?Serve from the right service court when your score is even (including zero) and from the left when it is odd.