How high is the tennis net at the centre?
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0.914 m
The net is lowest in the middle (0.914 m) and higher at the posts: favouring shots through the centre.
💡 Did you know? The net is slightly lower in the middle than at the posts.
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Is the court wider in doubles than in singles?
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Yes
In doubles the outer alleys are in play: the court is wider at the sides than in singles.
💡 Did you know? In doubles the side 'tramlines' are part of the court.
What organises the men's professional world tour?
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ATP
The ATP runs the men's world rankings and the tour below the Grand Slams.
💡 Did you know? The ATP runs the men's world tour.
What organises the women's professional world tour?
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WTA
The WTA is the women's equivalent: its 1973 founding under Billie Jean King was a milestone for women's sport.
💡 Did you know? The WTA runs the women's world tour.
What is the main men's national team competition?
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Davis Cup
The Davis Cup is the most storied men's team event, held since 1900.
💡 Did you know? The Davis Cup is the most storied men's team event.
What is the women's equivalent of the Davis Cup?
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Billie Jean King Cup
The women's equivalent was formerly the „Fed Cup“ and now bears the name of the tennis and equality icon.
💡 Did you know? The former 'Fed Cup' is named after Billie Jean King.
What is the men's top tournament tier below the Grand Slams?
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Masters 1000
The nine Masters 1000 events are the biggest after the Grand Slams: almost all top stars meet here.
💡 Did you know? The nine Masters 1000 events are the top tier below the Slams.
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