Tennis

Tennis is a racquet sport that can be played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). It is played on a rectangular court divided by a net, with the objective of hitting a felt-covered rubber ball over the net into the opponent’s court. Players use tennis rackets to strike the ball, aiming to score points by ensuring the ball lands in designated areas of the opponent’s court while preventing the opponent from returning it successfully. The game is governed by a set of rules, known as the Laws of Tennis, which dictate the dimensions of the court, scoring system, and how the game is played. Matches can be played on various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, each affecting the ball’s bounce and the game’s style. Tennis is a popular international sport, featuring major tournaments such as the Grand Slams: the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open.