Sports science in English
from A to Z

Compared to team sports, in racket sports opponents are separated by a net that divides the field in half (excluding the squash), hence there is no direct physical contact. The ball may be of different sizes and it is hit only with rackets, also different depending on the sport. The attack is performed returning the ball to the opposing field and trying to prevent the opponent to counter. It is possible to play individually or in pairs. See also Badminton and Table tennis.