Tennis

Tennis is a racket sport played between two players (singles) or two teams of two players each (doubles). The game is played on a rectangular court, divided by a net, where players hit a ball back and forth using rackets, aiming to land the ball within the opponent’s side of the court. Points are scored when one player fails to return the ball before it bounces twice or otherwise violates the rules. Tennis is played on various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, each affecting the ball’s speed and bounce. The objective is to win sets and matches by accumulating points, games, and sets. Tennis is governed by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and is an Olympic sport, with prominent tournaments including the Grand Slams: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. The terminology used in tennis includes terms such as serve, volley, ace, and break point, contributing to its distinct culture and competitive nature.