Test your knowledge of the historic tennis tournaments that have defined the sport over the years. From the Grand Slams to lesser-known events, this trivia takes you on a journey through tennis history. Learn about the pivotal matches, breakthroughs, and the evolution of tournaments that have crafted the sport into what it is today.
Each tournament holds its own set of stories, featuring legendary competitors, stunning upsets, and unforgettable finals. These events bring together the finest talent from around the globe, pushing the boundaries of excellence and competitiveness. Dive into this category to uncover intriguing historical facts that will enhance your understanding of tennis’ rich heritage.
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Which country refused to play against South Africa for its apartheid policies and handed a walkover victory in Davis Cup 1974?
India
India
Australia
Australia
USA
USA
France
France
In what year did Australian Lleyton Hewitt start playing tennis professionally?
1996
1996
1999
1999
1998
1998
1994
1994
Which South African lady was nicknamed ‘The Little Assassin’?
Amanda Coetzer
Amanda Coetzer
Serena Williams
Serena Williams
Jennifer Capriati
Jennifer Capriati
Jelena Dokic
Jelena Dokic
Where was Xavier Malisse born?
Belgium
Belgium
France
France
Germany
Germany
England
England
Whose autobiography is ‘The Education of a Tennis Player’?
Rod Laver
Rod Laver
Ivan Lendl
Ivan Lendl
Andre Agassi
Andre Agassi
Pat Cash
Pat Cash
In what year did tennis become an official sport in Olympics?
1895
1895
1894
1894
1896
1896
1893
1893
In what venue is the Hopman Cup played?
Auckland Arena
Auckland Arena
Melbourne Arena
Melbourne Arena
Sydney Arena
Sydney Arena
Perth Arena
Perth Arena
How many men have completed the Golden Slam, winning a Grand Slam and Olympic Gold in the same year?
Three
Three
One
One
Four
Four
Zero
Zero
Where was Justin Gimelstob born?
Germany
Germany
Canada
Canada
England
England
USA
USA
Where did Roger Federer win his first grand slam on 2003?
Wimbledon
Wimbledon
French Open
French Open
French Open
French Open
Australian Open
Australian Open
Which tennis player was the partner of Roger Federer in the 2008 Olympics in which they won gold?
Juan Martin Del Potro
Juan Martin Del Potro
Robin Soderling
Robin Soderling
Stanislao Wawrinka
Stanislao Wawrinka
Fernando Gonzales
Fernando Gonzales
Who won his first slam in only his third attempt – the fastest of any player in the Open era?
Roger Federer
Roger Federer
Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal
Goran Ivanisevic
Goran Ivanisevic
Gustavo Kuerten
Gustavo Kuerten
Heather Watson won the Junior US Open in what year?
2011
2011
2008
2008
2010
2010
2009
2009
In what Swiss city was Roger Federer born?
Basel
Basel
Zurich
Zurich
Bern
Bern
Geneva
Geneva
What do you call the officiating judge who sits in a raised chair in the side of the court?
Commentator
Commentator
Adviser
Adviser
Referee
Referee
Umpire
Umpire
In what year did Jimmy Connors retire?
1990
1990
1996
1996
1998
1998
1991
1991
What is the rough estimate of Boris Becker’s prize money earnings?
1 billion
1 billion
18 million
18 million
80 million
80 million
26 million
26 million
Which equipment used to hit the ball?
Ball
Ball
Bat
Bat
Racquet
Racquet
Net
Net
What item is used to hit tennis balls during a match?
Palm of your hand
Palm of your hand
Racquet
Racquet
Catapult
Catapult
Glove
Glove
In 2009, who was this Argentinean who first won the US Open?
Marat Safin
Marat Safin
Lebron James
Lebron James
Martin del Potro
Martin del Potro
Jo-Wilfred Tsonga
Jo-Wilfred Tsonga
What do you call the charity event that was made during the 2010 Australian Open?
For Haiti
For Haiti
We love Haiti
We love Haiti
Hit for Haiti
Hit for Haiti
It’s for Haiti
It’s for Haiti
If each player has won three points, the score is described as what?
Love
Love
Tie
Tie
Deuce
Deuce
Draw
Draw
Every year, in what country the first grand slam of the year held?
Australia
Australia
Japan
Japan
UK
UK
France
France
Where was Andrei Pavel born?
Czech Republic
Czech Republic
Germany
Germany
Spain
Spain
Romania
Romania
Which is the original name for Australian Open?
Australian Tour
Australian Tour
Tour de Australisa
Tour de Australisa
Australia Cup
Australia Cup
Australian championships
Australian championships
Which country has won the Davis Cup the most times?
Great Britain
Great Britain
Australia
Australia
France
France
USA
USA
Which company sponsors the WTA Tour?
LG
LG
Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson
Nike
Nike
Reebok
Reebok
Who of the following is a British female tennis star?
Daisy Memphis
Daisy Memphis
Michelle Keegan
Michelle Keegan
April Farrow
April Farrow
Laura Robson
Laura Robson
In what year did Pat Cash turn pro?
1994
1994
1982
1982
1976
1976
1990
1990
In what year did John McEnroe retire for the final time?
2006
2006
2002
2002
1999
1999
2012
2012
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