Tennis

Tennis is a racquet sport that is played between either two individuals (singles) or two teams of two players each (doubles). The objective is to hit a lightweight ball over a net into the opponent’s court, with the aim of scoring points by making the ball land in a designated area of the opposite side, while the opponent fails to return it.

The game is played on a rectangular court, which can be composed of different surface materials, including grass, clay, and hard courts. Players use a tennis racquet to strike the ball, which can be hit using various techniques, such as forehand and backhand strokes. Tennis matches are divided into sets and games, with the winner being the player or team that wins the most sets.

Tennis has a rich history and is governed by a set of rules established by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). It is popular worldwide, featuring major tournaments such as Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open, collectively known as the Grand Slam tournaments. The sport is known for its physical and mental challenges, requiring agility, strategy, and precision.