Back boundary line-The line similar to the baseline In tennis that designates the end or back of the badminton playing area. backcourt-Approximately the last 11 feet (3.35 m) of the court on either side of the net or midcourt to the back boundary line.
Winning a point in badminton A point is won if the birdie (shuttlecock) hits the ground in the opponent's half of the court, including the lines.
During service as well gameplay, both the left & right side boundaries are considered as invalid areas. These areas continue to be invalid during the singles game play. For Doubles: During service, the left & right side boundaries are considered as valid.
If the bird lands on the line it is considered in bounds. You serve overhand in the game of badminton.
In singles the court is thinner, with the wide, outside 'tramlines' out of bounds. In doubles the court is full width and these tramlines are now 'in'. During service in doubles, the court is short, with the rear 'tramlines'at the back of the court, being out of bounds until the serve is returned.
🏸 Fun Fact: If the shuttle hits any part of the line, even just 1%, it's considered IN! The server earns the point in this case.
The lines marking out the court are easily distinguishable and coloured white or yellow. The lines are 40mm wide. A court may be marked out for singles only. The back boundary lines also become the long service lines and the posts or the strips of material representing them are placed on the side lines.
A rally is lost if the shuttle is hit into the net, or over the net but outside of the opponent's court. A rally is also lost if the shuttle touches the player's clothing or body, or if it is hit before it crosses over the net.
Winning a point in badminton A point is won if the birdie (shuttlecock) hits the ground in the opponent's half of the court, including the lines.
If a shuttlecock lands beyond the baseline, it is considered out of play in both singles and doubles. In singles matches, during service, the shuttlecock must land within the singles sideline and the baseline; on the opposite side of the court.