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Paddle Up: a tour of some of the world’s quirkiest ping pong spots according to Atlas Obscura

Popkin
Mar 10, 2026
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By Daniel Schwen - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, Link

Ping pong started in Victorian England as a parlor game played on dining tables with improvised paddles and a cork ball. It has since evolved into a fast-paced sport with global championships and Olympic status. Whether you’re a beginner or a devotee, this list from Atlas Obscura rounds up some of the most …

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