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. Players use rackets to strike a lightweight, hollow rubber ball covered with felt, aiming to hit the ball over the net into the opponent’s side of the court. The objective is to score points by landing the ball in the opponent’s designated area, making it difficult for the opponent to return the ball within the court’s boundaries.

Tennis is governed by a set of standardized rules and scoring systems, including games, sets, and matches. It can be played on various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, each offering different playing characteristics. Tennis is an Olympic sport and has a rich history, with major tournaments such as Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open constituting the Grand Slam events. The sport emphasizes agility, precision, and strategy, making it popular worldwide.