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Tennis is a game played between two players (singles) or between two teams of two players (doubles). Players use a stringed racquet to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt over a net into the opponent's court. Originating in Europe in the late 19th century, tennis spread first throughout the English-speaking world, particularly among the upper classes. Tennis is now once again an Olympic sport and is played at all levels of society, by all ages, and in many countries around the world. Except for the adoption of the tie-breaker in the 1970s, its rules have remained remarkably unchanged since the 1890s. Along with its millions of players, millions of people follow tennis as a spectator sport, especially the four Grand Slam tournaments: Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the U.S. Open.
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Originating in the United Kingdom in the late 19th century as "lawn tennis," with its roots going back to the ancient game of real tennis, tennis spread first throughout the English-speaking world, particularly among the upper classes. Tennis is now once again an Olympic sport and is played at all levels of society, by all ages, and in many countries around the world. It can be played by anyone who can hold a racket, including people in wheelchairs. In the United States, there is a collegiate circuit which is organized by the National Collegiate Athletics Association.
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Jennifer Capriati, labeled the great hope of American women's tennis, is one of the best tennis players in the world. She never fails to enrapture her fans with a fresh approach to the game she masters and holds closest to her heart. She was introduced to tennis at the early age of three. However, it wasn't until March 5, 1990, at age 14, that she became a professional tennis player. The WTA Rankings of October 2001 announced Jennifer as the #1 ranked player in the world. She has currently won twelve professional titles and $4,300,000 in career prize money.
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FOSTER CITY, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America announced today the July 2007 launch of Hot Shots Tennis available exclusively for the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system. Developed by Clap Hanz, Hot Shots Tennis brings the beloved, multi-million unit selling Hot Shots franchise to the tennis world for the first time. With a host of wacky characters and tennis styles, exotic court locations, and game modes, Hot Shots Tennis offers pick up and play action for tennis fans of all ages.
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PARIS, May 26 /PRNewswire/ — Dunlop Sports Group Americas announced today that James Blake has rejoined the Dunlop Tour Team, the most accomplished in tennis. Presently ranked # 8 in the world, Blake is the highest ranked American player to sign with Dunlop since John McEnroe in 1981. Adding to the excitement, Blake will be playing with a Dunlop frame at
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The brand marketing campaign is the latest in a growing list of initiatives being launched by the WTA Tour in an effort to better serve the Tour's constituents and grow the popularity of women's tennis worldwide. The marketing campaign signals a significant feat in the advancement of the WTA Tour and women's tennis globally.
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