Tennis

Tennis is a racket sport that is 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 racket to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt, aiming to hit the ball over the net and into the opponent’s court. The objective is to score points by hitting the ball in such a way that the opponent is unable to return it within the court’s boundaries. Matches are typically played in sets, and the first player or team to win a specified number of sets wins the match. Tennis can be played on various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, each affecting the gameplay and strategy. The sport is governed by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and is played professionally around the world, with major tournaments such as the Grand Slam events including the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open.