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The Magnus Effect in Table Tennis Topspin

Quick fact

A table tennis ball spinning at 100 revolutions per second can experience a force up to 50% of its own weight, dramatically altering its flight path.

Why this is interesting

Ever wondered why a table tennis ball suddenly dips or curves sharply after you hit it with topspin? The secret lies in a fascinating physics phenomenon—the Magnus effect.