![]() ![]() If your opponent fails to return the ball back over the net to you, you win the point. The aim of the game is pretty simple hit a tennis ball over the net, making sure to keep it inside the designated lines. If you need a different introduction to tennis, there are some fun routes to try, including Walking Tennis, Padel, Tennis Xpress, and Pair & Play, specifically for women. If you've been inspired by Emma, LTA Youth is a fun entry point for kids aged 4-11, giving parents the chance to join in too, with an accredited coach. There are more than 150 leagues and over 15,000 players of all levels and abilities across the UK. Once you're feeling confident, there is a Local Tennis League system to get involved with near you. Thousands of clubs and park courts around the country can provide racquets and balls if you don't have your own. Getting going is pretty easy, whether you're starting out or coming back to the game, there's a level to suit everyone. There are over 20,000 tennis courts across the United Kingdom. World number 19 Magda Linette of Poland, who reached the semi-finals at this year's Australian Open, also plays.įormer Nottingham champion Donna Vekic, the world number 22, is another player to watch.Įx-British number one Emma Raducanu will not be there following surgery on her hands and ankle. ![]() Katie Boulter, the new British number one will play fellow brit Emily Appleton in her first match in Nottingham. World number eight Maria Sakkari of Greece headlines the WTA event in Nottingham. He is joined by fellow Britons Liam Broady and Jan Choinski as well as Murray, who has reached the final at Surbiton this week. World number 25 Evans also accepted a wildcard to the Challenger event as he seeks to find his best form before heading to SW19 in July.Įvans, who lost in the second round of the Surbiton Trophy,is the highest ranked player in the event. Murray has opted to play in Nottingham instead of Stuttgart to cut down on travel but also because the surface is similar to both Queen's and Wimbledon.īBC Sport brings you live coverage of the event from Monday as Evans bids to retain the men's title. The former world number one joins British number two Dan Evans in the field for the Challenger event. Andy Murray has taken a wildcard entry for the Nottingham Open to continue his grass-court preparations for Wimbledon. ![]()
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