grass court

Verdant playing surface

A grass court is a tennis playing surface made of natural grass, typically associated with traditional or prestigious tournaments.

Wimbledon is the most famous grass court venue.

The surface produces fast, low bounces that favor serve-and-volley play: She grew up on clay but adapted her game for grass courts.

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