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The Ridiculous History of Ping Pong

Whether you call it table tennis, whiff-whaff or ping pong, there's no denying this fun sport of "tennis for the home" has become a global phenomenon. But where did it come from? In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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