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The Origin and Evolution of the Tennis Ball
Contributed by: Flynn
  • 1. In which century did tennis balls start being made from rubber?
A) 19th century
B) 18th century
C) 21st century
D) 20th century
  • 2. What is the primary color of modern tennis balls?
A) Yellow
B) Green
C) Orange
D) White
  • 3. Who standardized the size of tennis balls in professional play?
A) ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals)
B) WTA (Women's Tennis Association)
C) USTA (United States Tennis Association)
D) ITF (International Tennis Federation)
  • 4. What year was the first lawn tennis championship held?
A) 1865
B) 1880
C) 1890
D) 1877
  • 5. What is the diameter of an official tennis ball?
A) 7 to 7.5 cm
B) 4 to 4.5 cm
C) 6.54 to 6.86 cm
D) 5 to 5.5 cm
  • 6. Who was the first person to serve a tennis ball at the US Open?
A) Richard Sears
B) Arthur Ashe
C) Pete Sampras
D) Bill Tilden
  • 7. Which feature defines 'extra duty' tennis balls?
A) Softer core
B) Smaller size
C) Lighter weight
D) Thicker felt for durability
  • 8. What's the primary reason for using neon-yellow tennis balls in tournaments?
A) Cost-effectiveness
B) Tradition
C) Durability
D) Visibility for players and spectators
  • 9. Which country is credited with the invention of tennis?
A) France
B) USA
C) Italy
D) United Kingdom
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