Serve up some fun with tennis-themed crosswords. Ace your knowledge of Grand Slams, players, and court terms.
Tennis provides a fantastic array of terms and personalities for crossword puzzles, from grand slam tournaments and famous players to court types and scoring jargon. Clues can range from the 'deuce' and 'love' scoring system to the names of legendary athletes like 'Serena' or 'Federer.' The sport's rich history and global appeal ensure a constant supply of interesting facts and vocabulary, making it a favorite for puzzlers who enjoy sports-themed challenges and a good 'volley' of words.
Crossword clues used in tennis puzzles, with answers and links to play.
“Type of acrylic surface players slide and sprint on in New York.”
HARD (4)
“Unit of a match requiring six games to win in most cases.”
SET (3)
“Aggressive, powerful overhead strike often hit off a weak defensive shot.”
SMASH (5)
“High, arching defensive or offensive shot over an opponent's head.”
LOB (3)
“Primary stadium at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.”
ASHE (4)
“Aryna, the fierce competitor and recent US Open women's champion.”
SABALENKA (9)
“Neighborhood famous for its sprawling Meadows and tennis center.”
FLUSHING (8)
“Overhead stroke that puts the ball into play.”
SERVE (5)
“Naomi, the multi-time Grand Slam champion known for her powerful baseline game.”
OSAKA (5)
“Service attempt that clips the top tape but still lands in the proper box.”
LET (3)
“New York City borough that hosts this massive annual sporting event.”
QUEENS (6)
“Woven barrier dividing the court that players hope their shots clear.”
NET (3)
“Carlos, the dynamic Spanish sensation and former US Open champion.”
ALCARAZ (7)
“One of the four major championships, with the US Open being the final one.”
SLAM (4)
“Strung piece of equipment used to strike the ball.”
RACKET (6)
“Score of absolute zero, romantically speaking.”
LOVE (4)
“Shot hit with backspin, causing the ball to stay low upon bouncing.”
SLICE (5)
“An aggressive overhead putaway shot.”
SMASH (5)
“A towering defensive shot sent over an opponent's head.”
LOB (3)
“The 40-40 deadlock that requires a two-point advantage to break.”
DEUCE (5)
“The side strips that only matter during doubles competition.”
ALLEY (5)
“A sneaky, soft shot meant to barely clear the tape.”
DROP (4)
“Novak, the Serbian legend with four titles in the Big Apple.”
DJOKOVIC (8)
“Stealing a game while your opponent is serving.”
BREAK (5)
“The motion that initiates every single point.”
SERVE (5)
“The 78-foot-long battlefield where the action happens.”
COURT (5)
“A shot hit with backspin to keep it low and skidding.”
SLICE (5)
“The massive main stadium at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.”
ASHE (4)
“The Queens neighborhood (___ Meadows) that hosts the final Grand Slam.”
FLUSHING (8)
“The building block won after reaching at least 40 points.”
GAME (4)
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