400-30 Verbal Indiscretion in a Foreign Language

Loop Mute Normal Slow X-Slow

Player Behavior: Player utters an inapposite word or phrase in a foreign language (foreign to the opponent or spectators) that is understood by the umpire or assistant umpire during or after a rally. Umpire action: First time in a match: Immediate point penalty - Warning with display of Yellow card. Ask player in a calm voice to refrain from using inappropriate language. Second and subsequent time in the same match: Point penalty - one/two points to opponent - with display of Red / Yellow cards. Ask player in a calm voice to refrain from using inappropriate language. Request the Referee.

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