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How Long Does a Tennis Match Last?
Tennis has no game clock, so a match lasts as long as it takes one player to win the required number of sets. You can still plan a day at a tournament well if you know the…
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Going to a tournament or watching one: court speed, indoor and outdoor play, match length and the etiquette of the stands.
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Indoor vs Outdoor Hard Courts: Why Indoor Tennis Plays Differently
Indoor hard courts often feel quicker and more predictable than outdoor ones, even when the surface is made of the same material. The difference comes mostly from the…
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Tennis Spectator Etiquette: What Fans Should Know Before a Pro Tournament
Watching professional tennis live is different from watching football. The players need quiet to serve and return, and the chair umpire has the authority to keep the crowd in…
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What Is the Court Pace Index and How Is Tennis Court Speed Measured?
Tennis court speed is not left to players' impressions. The ITF, the sport's governing body, measures surfaces with a Court Pace Rating and sorts them into five categories…
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Programme and order of play
Daily programme, order of play and the week's schedule at the CK Sportcenter.
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Visitor information
The tournament village, VIP club, shuttle buses and information for spectators.
