Tennis

Tennis is a racket sport that is played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). The game is played on a rectangular court divided by a net, with players using rackets to strike a felt-covered rubber ball over the net into the opponent’s court. The objective is to score points by making the ball land in the opponent’s designated playing area, while preventing them from returning the ball.

Tennis matches can be played on various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, each affecting the game’s speed and style. Players aim to win sets and games, ultimately competing to win matches, which can be part of tournaments ranging from local events to major international competitions like Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open.

The sport emphasizes skill, agility, strategy, and endurance, attracting millions of players and spectators globally.