Tennis

Tennis is a racket sport that is played either individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). The objective is to hit a lightweight ball over a net into the opponent’s court using a racket, with the aim of making the ball land within the opponent’s designated area to score points. Points are scored when the opponent fails to return the ball appropriately. Tennis is typically played on a rectangular court divided by a net, and can be played on various surfaces such as grass, clay, or hard court. The game is governed by a set of rules that determine the scoring system, match play, and player conduct. Tennis is known for its competitive nature, and it requires a combination of physical endurance, agility, coordination, and strategy. It is played at various levels, from amateur to professional, and features major tournaments such as the Grand Slam events: the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open.