Tennis is a global sport played in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Players hit a ball over a net on a rectangular court, trying to score points. Modern tennis began in England in the late 1800s, evolving from an old French game. The sport is governed internationally since 1913. Matches are scored by points, games, and sets. The four biggest tournaments, called Grand Slams, are the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open. Tennis returned to the Olympics in 1988 and includes singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Stars like Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz represent the new generation, while legends like Djokovic and Nadal remain top contenders.
