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 felt-covered rubber ball over a net into the opponent’s court, with the goal of scoring points by making the ball bounce in a way that the opponent cannot return it. The game is played on various surface types, including grass, clay, and hard courts. Points are won by hitting the ball in such a manner that the opposing player fails to return it before it bounces twice.
Tennis is governed by a set of rules that outline the dimensions of the court, the equipment used, and the scoring system, which includes points, games, sets, and matches. The sport is known for its athleticism, strategy, and mental discipline. Professional tennis includes renowned tournaments like the Grand Slam events: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. Tennis has a rich history and is played recreationally and competitively around the world, enjoyed by people of all ages.
Jesper de Jong, currently ranked 131, faces 34th ranked Flavio Cobolli in the Open Sud de France Round of 16. De Jong recently won against Quentin Halys, while Cobolli seeks…