Question

Name and briefly explain any two types of Tennis court surfaces.

Answer 1

1. Red Clay Courts: Made from crushed white limestone, stone, or brick. Clay courts offer a higher bounce than grass and hard courts (asphalt, carpet). Clay courts disadvantage servers who depend on their service, making it challenging for them to compete on such surfaces.
2. Natural Grass Courts: Grass courts have the quickest surface, while Astro Turf is used for personal courts. They are made out of growing grass planted on compacted soil. Factors for ball rebounding include grass health, time since previous cut, and wear from recent games. Points are typically played quickly, with low bounces and short rallies.