Tenis, or tennis in English, is a racquet sport that can be played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). The game is played on a rectangular court divided by a net. Players use a stringed racquet to hit a lightweight 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 successfully.
Tennis is governed by specific rules established by organizations such as the International Tennis Federation (ITF). Scoring in tennis includes points, games, sets, and matches, with the player or team that wins the most sets declared the winner. Tennis can be played on various surfaces, including grass, clay, and hard courts, each affecting the game’s dynamics.
The sport has a rich history and is popular worldwide, featuring major tournaments like Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open, collectively known as the Grand Slam events. Tennis emphasizes skill, strategy, and physical fitness, making it a popular recreational activity as well as a competitive sport.