Tennis

Tennis is a racket sport played between either two players (singles) or four players (doubles), where players use a stringed racket to strike a ball over a net and into the opponent’s court. The objective is to score points by making the ball land in the designated court area, where the opponent is unable to return it. The game is typically played on various surfaces such as grass, clay, or hard courts, each affecting the ball’s behavior and play style.

Points are scored in a specific sequence, progressing from love (0) to 15, 30, 40, and game, with players needing to win by a margin of at least two points to clinch a game. Matches can be played in different formats, including best of three or best of five sets. Tennis is governed by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and is known for its major tournaments, including the Grand Slam events: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. The sport emphasizes agility, strategy, and endurance, making it popular worldwide both recreationally and competitively.