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Q: How many times during a match can you clean the rubber on the paddle?

- submitted by Jeff Annonymus

A: In order to maintain continuity of play, the play can be only interrupted for good reasons. Umpire can authorize cleaning the rubber only when it becomes wet. Cleaning for other reasons must be done during other authorized intervals.

- answered by Paul Kovac - your friendly on-line USATT umpire