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Watching a tennis match live and in-person, be it at the Grand Slams, Davis Cup/Fed Cup or on the WTA and ATP Tours, is one of the best sporting experiences. One of the biggest events of 2024 will be held from Jan 14 to 28, when the world's top players hit the court for the Australian Open.

The Aus Open is one of the four majors, and attracts the biggest names in the sport each and every year. It's the first major tournament of the year, so it should give tennis fans a good idea of where the top players in the world stand.The main court used at the AO is Rod Laver Arena, named after the Australian tennis legend.

The top tennis players in the world will head to Roland Garros in Paris for the famed French Open. The only major tennis tournament to be played on clay, this particular event poses its own challenges for the competitors involved. Rafael Nadal has been utterly dominant at this event throughout his illustrious career. While the record 12-time champion will be the favourite, there are plenty of great players that could steal the defending titlist's crown.

The most famous tennis tournament takes place in late June / early July, when the best in the world hit the grass courts at Wimbledon. Wimbledon is probably the most renowned tournament in the history of the sport, and just being able to step foot on the court there is an honour for any tennis player. The unique grass courts make for a tricky setup for any player, but the best of the best know how to get the job done on any surface.

The final Slam of the year is the US Open. Each year, over 700,000 people travel to Flushing in New York to watch the US Open. This is the flagship event of the US Tennis Association. It helps introduce many people to the sport from not only the NY region but all of the US.

Tennis History

Tennis is a sport that has been around for a long time, but the sport became organised with the formation of the Association of Tennis Professionals and Women's Tennis Association. The ATP and WTA provide a ranking system based on a variety of events that take place all over the world throughout the tennis season. The cream of the crop as far as events go in pro tennis is comprised of four major tournaments that make up with is known as the Grand Slam. These events include the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and The US Open.

The best tennis players in the world compete in these tournaments, and their performances in these events weigh heaviest in determining each player's world ranking. Some of the most recognisable names currently on the ATP and WTA circuits include Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka, Simona Halep, Andy Murray, Stan Wawrinka, Nick Kyrgios, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Petra Kvitova, Angelique Kerber and Maria Sharapova.

Life as a Tennis Fan

Fans of tennis know that this sport is one that perfectly combines speed, power, finesse and grace. Attending a tennis match is an incredible experience that can enthrall any sports fan when they're seated in the stands. The biggest fans of the game certainly follow the ATP and WTA closely, and are always looking to get to stadiums all over the world for the biggest events on the tour. Tennis is a sport known for its etiquette, which is something that also applies to being a fan of the game. You're not likely to hear much, if any, jeering from the stands at a tennis match, because the sport is thought of as a bout of sophisticated competition that has a long and rich history of respect associated with it.

The Tennis Experience

When you get tickets to the stadium for the biggest tennis matches, you'd should be prepared for an experience that you'll never forget. The atmosphere at a meaningful matchup is one filled with excitement and suspense, as every point means a lot regarding the momentum of the match. You're sure to see some blazing serves that will spin your head, as well as some incredible drop shots that seem almost unfathomable until you see them executed. The skill that tennis fans are treated to seeing on a regular basis is something that would impress anyone lucky enough to catch the action in person.

Tennis Grand Slam Order

Australian Open - January/February
French Open - May/June
Wimbledon - June/July
US Open - August/September

What ever your Grand Slam choice, you can be sure to buy great tickets from The Ticket Merchant!