Contest area: 6 × 6 metres, located on the sand (Art. 29); A sound signal (gong) loud enough to be heard; where several contest areas run at once, each must sound different from the others (Art. 30.1); Calibrated weigh-in scales (Art. 30.2)
Why people argue about this
People often assume that the shaded rest areas adjacent to the court are optional, which leads to arguments about their necessity. Actually, these shaded areas are a crucial part of the playing area specification, directly impacting players' comfort and recovery during matches.
