Did you know that there are different types of shots in tennis? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the most common types of shots in tennis and how to execute them. So, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, read on for some helpful tips! Tennis players use a variety of … Read more
If you follow professional tennis, you’ve probably heard of a Grand Slam, but the term can be somewhat ambiguous. The Grand Slam of tennis is indeed one of the highest achievements for a tennis player, but what is it exactly? In this article, we will break down everything you need to know about Grand Slams. … Read more
A “rally” in tennis is the name given to the continual back-and-forth shots between two players. At the end of the sequence, one player will win the point, but while they are trading shots, this is known as a rally. A rally usually means the two players (or doubles players) are hitting groundstrokes and may … Read more
Tennis has many unique rules and distinctions that can be intimidating for beginners. If you’ve watched a professional tennis match, you may have heard of the term “let” and wondered what it meant. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about let calls in tennis. What is let in tennis? A let … Read more
There’s a lot of tennis terminology out there that can be confusing for beginners. One term that you may have heard but aren’t quite sure of is “deuce.” In this post, we’ll explain what deuce is and how it works in tennis. We’ll also give some tips on how to stay in control during a … Read more
Have you ever watched a tennis match and wondered how the scoring works? In this post, we’ll walk you through the basics of tennis scoring and show you how to keep track of the score during a match. We’ll also take a look at some common terms and definitions that you might hear during a … Read more
In tennis, a “bye” occurs when a player automatically advances to the next round in a tournament without having to play a match against an opponent. Tennis players receive a bye when they are missing from the schedule due to the number of entrants not being able to be multiplied by two for the number … Read more
An unforced error in tennis is a mistake made by a player that is not the result of a good shot by an opponent. Essentially, unforced errors are avoidable, and the term itself can be a little ambiguous. This makes it difficult to paint an accurate picture of a player’s performance. The delegated official recording … Read more
UTR, which stands for “Universal Tennis Rating,” is a global system used to ensure players are involved in competitive matches. The scale applies to all tennis players, regardless of skill, age, gender, or location, and is based on match results. Win or lose, UTR comes into effect and is rated between 1 and 16.50. UTR … Read more
A walkover in tennis occurs when a player forfeits a match due to injury, illness, a potential emergency, or an administrative error. When a player pulls out of a tournament, the opponent receives a walkover and advances to the next round. Some players may find themselves disqualified, and the opponent would get a walkover. There … Read more