A tennis court is a standard playing field for the sport of tennis, with specific dimensions that must be adhered to for professional play. These dimensions ensure a consistent playing experience across different courts around the world. Know about the size and dimensions of the tennis court.
All professional ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) and ITF (International Tennis Federation) courts have the same standard size. While minor discrepancies may exist, professional courts are designed to be uniform. Recreational courts, on the other hand, may vary in size, especially those created for personal use or for variations of the game like Touch Tennis.
The length of a tennis court is 78 feet (23.77 meters). This measurement remains the same for both singles and doubles matches.
The width of a tennis court differs based on the type of match:
The court includes markings that distinguish the areas used for singles and doubles play.
The service line is an important marking on a tennis court. It is located 21 feet (6.4 meters) from the net. This line indicates the boundary for the service boxes, where players must aim their serves.
The total playing area of a tennis court varies depending on whether it is used for singles or doubles matches:
A singles tennis court measures 78 feet (23.77 meters) in length and 27 feet (8.23 meters) in width. The service line, positioned 21 feet (6.4 meters) from the net, creates the service boxes within which serves must land. The total playing area for singles matches is 195.65 square meters (2,106 square feet).
A doubles tennis court shares the same length as a singles court, 78 feet (23.77 meters), but is wider, measuring 36 feet (10.97 meters). The service line remains 21 feet (6.4 meters) from the net. The total playing area for doubles matches is larger, encompassing 260.87 square meters (2,808 square feet).
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