Question

What are the various ways in which a game may be delayed?

Answer 1

A game can be delayed in various ways, including:

1. Injury Timeout: Pausing the game for an injured player.

2. Time-Wasting: Intentional slow actions (e.g., slow serve or substitution).
3. Excessive Timeouts: Taking more or longer timeouts than allowed.
4. Protests or Disputes: Arguing with referees or challenging calls.
5. Equipment Malfunction: Issues with nets, balls, or court setup.
6. Weather Delays: Extreme weather conditions affecting gameplay.
7. Technical Delays: Issues like lighting or video review stoppages.