23. Ball Touches Permanent Fixtures
If the ball in play touches a permanent fixture (other than the net,
posts, singles sticks, cord or metal cable, strap or band) after it has
hit the ground, the player who struck it wins the point; if before it hits
the ground, his opponent wins the point.
USTA Comment: A ball in play that strikes a pipe support running across the Court at the base of the net is treated the same as a ball landing on clear ground. See USTA Comment under Rule 20 e. for a player who touches a pipe support.
Case 1. A return hits the Umpire or his chair or stand. The
player claims that the ball was going into Court.
Decision: He loses the point.
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