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❤️ Why We Love Tennis: Tennis is a sport we absolutely adore! It keeps us physically active while challenging our strategic thinking. With every serve and return, bonds are strengthened and new friendships are formed. It’s a versatile game, suitable for both solo practice and doubles matches. The excitement of a close match, the feeling of hitting the perfect shot, and the joy of improving over time; these are what make tennis a game we cherish. Tennis, it’s more than a game, it’s a lifestyle!

⏳ Tennis History

  • 12th Century: Tennis originated in France as “jeu de paume,” a handball game among French nobility.
  • 16th Century: Introduction of rackets and establishment of indoor courts across Europe.
  • 1874: Modern tennis was established by Major Walter Clopton Wingfield with the creation of “Sphairistiké” or “lawn tennis.”
  • 1877: First Wimbledon Championships, marking the start of tennis as a professional sport.
  • 1913: Foundation of the International Lawn Tennis Federation (ILTF), which introduced standardized rules for the sport.
  • 1968: Commencement of the Open Era, allowing both professional and amateur players to compete in the same tournaments.
  • 1990s – 2000s: Emergence of iconic players like Pete Sampras, Serena Williams, and Roger Federer, and expansion of the sport’s global reach through digital media.
  • 2006: Introduction of Hawk-Eye technology to enhance officiating decisions.
  • 2010-Present: Dominance of legends like Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams and rising stars like Naomi Osaka.
  • Current: Implementation of advancements in sport science, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and promotion of gender equity in the sport.
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