Wheelchair Tennis

Wheelchair tennis is a dynamic and inclusive sport adapted for athletes with physical impairments, allowing them to compete on equal terms with able-bodied players. It has gained popularity worldwide and has been part of the Paralympic Games since 1992. The sport offers athletes the opportunity to showcase their agility, precision, and strategic thinking on the tennis court.

Men’s, women’s and quad singles and doubles events are contested at the Paralympic Games.

Ball : Constructed from two elastic hemispheres bonded together and covered with a layer of wool and synthetic threads, the tennis ball must exhibit a yellow or white hue.

Racket : Historically fashioned from wood with strings crafted from ewe bowels, contemporary tennis rackets boast advanced materials such as graphite, accompanied by synthetic thread strings. Players may opt to utilize a strap to aid in gripping the racket.

Wheelchair : Wheelchair tennis chairs are engineered to be lighter than standard wheelchairs, enhancing speed and maneuverability on the court.

Court : For singles matches, the court spans 23.77m by 8.23m, while for doubles matches, it extends to 23.77m by 10.97m. The same court configuration suffices for both singles and doubles, divided by a net positioned at a height of 0.914m at the center and 1.07m at the sides. Court surfaces may include clay, grass, hard, or carpet.