Positive rubber refers to the covering of the table tennis racket, with the rubber particles facing outward. Also called short-grain rubber, it is characterized by good elasticity and stable hitting. It is one of the most commonly used types of rubber for straight fast-break players and is suitable for fast-break play. Because of its stable hitting and good ball control, it is also the preferred type for beginners.

Reverse rubber refers to rubber with rubber particles facing downward and a smooth surface. It is one of the most commonly used rubbers. It is characterized by strong rotation, stable hitting, and easy control. It is suitable for arc type or arc combined with fast attack style. It has stable hitting and good ball control. It is currently the most commonly used rubber by professional players.

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In the past, a large number of world champions such as Zhuang Zedong, Li Furong, Jiang Jialiang, Xie Saike, etc. all used direct rubber sponges to shoot.

Most of the famous table tennis players have used reverse rubber. For example, Wang Hao, Waldner, Wang Liqin, Persson, Sever, Ma Wenge, Wang Nan, etc., who combine loop play with fast break play; Gai Ting, Wang Tao, Kong Linghui, Deng Yaping, Li Ju, etc., who combine fast break play with loop play , Ma Lin, Yan Sen, Feng Zhe, etc. who hold pen-hold racquets.

Reference materials: Baidu Encyclopedia-Reverse Glue Baidu Encyclopedia-Positive Glue