Tennis

Tennis is a racket sport played between either two players (singles) or two teams of two players each (doubles). The game is played on a rectangular court divided by a net. Players use a stringed racket to hit a lightweight ball over the net and into the opponent’s court. The objective is to score points by making the ball land in the opponent’s designated court area in such a way that they cannot return it successfully.

Tennis can be played on various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, each affecting the speed and bounce of the ball. The sport is governed by specific rules and scoring systems, typically played in sets and games. Major tennis tournaments include the Grand Slam events: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. Tennis is known for its combination of skill, strategy, and athleticism, and it can be played recreationally or competitively at various levels.