Tennis is a racket sport played between two players (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 hit a felt-covered rubber ball over the net into the opponent’s side of the court. Points are scored when the opponent fails to return the ball in accordance with the rules, such as letting it bounce twice on their side or hitting it out of bounds.
Tennis has various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, which can affect the game’s speed and style. The objective is to win points and games to ultimately win sets and matches. Scoring in tennis is unique, using points like “15,” “30,” “40,” and “game,” culminating in sets and matches.
Tennis is governed internationally by the International Tennis Federation (ITF), and major professional competitions include the four Grand Slam tournaments: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. The sport emphasizes both physical and mental skills, requiring agility, precision, and strategic thinking.
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