Post WW2 Flashcards
1
Q
Lawn tennis
A
Was called ‘sphairistike’ - Placed on an hourglass shaped court before its name and court shape was quickly replaced.
2
Q
Open era
A
When professional tennis players were allowed to compete alongside amateurs.
3
Q
Characteristics of lawn tennis
A
Use of standardised rules
Played by males and females
Made and organised by the middle class