One of the most popular sports in the world is tennis. The word “tennios” is known to have descended from the Middle English word “tenetz,” which in turn was derived from the Old French word “tenez,” which meant “receive, take.” Given that we are all familiar with the regulations governing this amazing sport, the name makes sense. Tennis is regarded as one of the most challenging sports because there is intense competition year-round and you play alone.

Game of the palm

• But did you know that in the 12th century, Northern France is where the first game, called “Jeu de Paume,” was invented? This is translated as “Palm Game” literally.

The youngest Wimbledon champion in history is Boris Becker. Additionally, he is the only player in history to achieve this feat without using a seed. In 1985, when he was 17 years old, he won it.

The oldest turnament

• The oldest and most prestigious tennis competition in the world is Wimbledon, also referred to as the Wimbledon Championships. 1877 saw the first Wimbledon match. Additionally, it is the first of four established “Grand Slams.”

The longest match ever played

• The record-breaking tennis match lasted 11 hours, 5 minutes. Nicolas Mahut and John Isner engaged in combat. With a final score of 6-4, 3-6, 6-7, (7-9), 7-6(7-3), 70-68, John Isner prevailed. (Last set)

Tiebreak

• Two different kinds of tiebreakers were initially used in the game by Van Alen. After a maximum of 9 points in the “sudden death” tiebreaker and a maximum of 12 points in the “lingering death” tiebreaker, respectively, the tiebreaker would be decided. Until a player or team wins by at least two points and with a score of at least seven points, the 12-point tiebreak is continued.

Roger Federer, Margaret Court and Serena Williams

• Up until January 28, 2018, Roger Federer had won 20 Grand Slam singles championships in the men’s game, while Margaret Court had triumphed in 24 singles majors. With 19 titles, Rafael Nadal is the second-most successful male singles Grand Slam winner in history. Serena Williams has won 23 grand slam singles championships.

Tennis balls used to be white

• White tennis balls were once common. The use of yellow balls began at Wimbledon in 1986 and has continued ever since.

The youngest player ever to win the Wimbledon

• The youngest Wimbledon champion in history is Boris Becker. Additionally, he is the only player in history to achieve this feat without using a seed. In 1985, when he was 17 years old, he won it.