The ball was illegally released. The ball must be released by the server with one hand (exceptions are made for one-handed players, who may use the racket to release the ball). A miss. It is a fault if the server swings but misses the ball. A hit out is called if the opponent hits the ball away once the player has served it. There is no penalty for a second violation by the same player during the game. However, the referee has the right to stop the play if he believes that an unfair advantage has been given by a repeated breach of this rule. A third violation by the same player results in a point being awarded to the opposing team. This means that if your partner commits three violations of this rule you will receive three free points. The fourth violation by the same player results in a game loss for that player. Illegal service includes: throwing or swinging at the ball with both hands; hitting the ball with any part of the body other than the racket; touching the surface of the court with the racket except as allowed by rules regarding service returns. A server who serves illegally loses his serve and cannot continue playing until he properly serves the ball. If the server does not serve properly, then his opponent can choose to take his place on the court without penalty.