Tennis Equipment
What is the maximum length for a regulation tennis racket?
29 inches
What does WTA stand for?
Women's Tennis Association.
What does ATP stand for?
Association of Tennis Professionals.
When was the modern game of tennis invented?
In the late 19th century, specifically 1873.
What is the term for a forehand or backhand stroke that brushes up behind the ball while it is struck?
Topspin
What material were tennis balls originally made from?
Wool or hair wrapped in leather.
Who was the founder of the WTA?
Billie Jean King.
Who was the ATP year-end No. 1 in 2023?
Novak Djokovic.
Who is credited with creating the first version of modern tennis?
Major Walter Clopton Wingfield.
What is the name of the defensive shot in tennis that is usually played high and deep into the opponent's court?
A lob.
What is the typical string tension for a professional's tennis racket?
Between 50 and 70 pounds.
Which player finished the year 2023 as number one on the WTA rankings?
Iga Swiatek.
In which city is the ATP headquarters located?
London, England.
What year did the US Open begin admitting professional players, marking the start of the Open Era?
1968
Describe a "slice" in tennis.
A shot where the player hits the ball with a backspin, causing it to travel slowly and stay low after bouncing.
Name a brand that is famous for manufacturing tennis shoes.
Nike, Asics, Lacoste, or Adidas.
Name the tournament where WTA players compete for the highest prize money in tennis.
The WTA Finals.
Which tournament is considered the unofficial fifth Grand Slam?
The Indian Wells Masters.
Who was the first African American to win a Grand Slam?
Althea Gibson at the French Championships in 1956.
What is a "volley" in tennis?
A shot made by hitting the ball before it bounces on the ground.
What technological innovation in rackets involves the use of graphite composites?
Increased racket strength and reduced weight, enhancing playability.
Who holds the record for the most WTA titles won in a single season?
Margaret Court.
Name the player who won the most ATP titles in history.
Jimmy Connors.
What significant change did Wimbledon introduce in 2007?
Awarded equal prize money to men and women competitors.
Explain the "serve and volley" strategy.
A style of play where the server immediately rushes to the net after serving, attempting to hit a volley to finish the point quickly.