Tennis Info — Scoreboard, Rules, NTRP & Beginner Guide
Last updated: 2026-06-25
Tennis points go 0, 15, 30, 40; 40-40 is deuce, and winning 6 games (by 2) takes a set. From this hub you can use the scoreboard, rules, NTRP level self-assessment and beginner guide together.
To keep score use the tennis scoreboard, to gauge your level use the NTRP self-assessment, and if you're learning use the beginner tennis guide.
Tennis tools & guides
Tennis scoreboard & rules
An interactive scoreboard that auto-tracks 0, 15, 30, 40, deuce, advantage, game, set and tiebreak.
NTRP level self-assessment
Answer 6 questions to get an estimated NTRP level from 1.5 to 5.0 with stage-by-stage notes.
Beginner tennis guide
A beginner-friendly rundown of rules, gear, etiquette and the order to learn.
Feels-like temperature calculator
Check the feels-like temperature and tennis suitability before your match.
How to use
- Pick your goal — To keep score use the scoreboard, to know your level use the NTRP self-assessment, and if you're learning use the beginner guide.
- Use the tool — The scoreboard auto-tracks 0, 15, 30, 40, deuce, game and set from the point buttons; NTRP gives an estimated level from 6 questions.
- Learn more — If the rules are confusing, read the beginner guide's rules, gear and etiquette to understand them quickly.
Tennis scoring & court basics
Tennis builds up as point → game → set → match. A game is scored 0, 15, 30, 40, and from 40-40 (deuce) you must win two points in a row to take the game. A set is usually won by reaching 6 games with a 2-game lead; at 6-6 a tiebreak decides it. The table below summarizes the key scoring and court figures.
| Item | Standard | Note |
|---|---|---|
| In-game points | 0 → 15 → 30 → 40 → game | 0 is "love" |
| Deuce | 40-40 | Game after 2 points in a row |
| Set win | First to 6 games (by 2) | 6-6 = tiebreak |
| Tiebreak | First to 7 points (by 2) | Played at 6-6 |
| Match (men's Grand Slam) | Best of 5 sets (first to 3) | General/women: best of 3 (first to 2) |
| Court length | 23.77 m | Same for singles & doubles |
| Court width (singles) | 8.23 m | Singles sideline |
| Court width (doubles) | 10.97 m | Doubles sideline |
| Net height | 0.914 m center / 1.07 m posts | Lower in the center |
To try scoring yourself, follow deuce and tiebreaks automatically on the tennis scoreboard, and if you're curious about your level, check an estimated rating with the NTRP self-assessment. To learn rules, gear and etiquette from scratch, the beginner tennis guide helps.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
In what order do tennis points go up?
Within a game, points go 0 (love), 15, 30, 40. At 40-40 it is deuce; from deuce, winning one more point gives advantage, and two points in a row wins the game. The scoreboard tool tracks this automatically with each button press.
What is the NTRP level?
NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) rates tennis skill from 1.0 to 7.0 in 0.5 steps. It is used to match similar skill levels for clubs, lessons and tournaments; most recreational players fall between 2.5 and 4.5.
What should I do first when learning tennis?
Start with the grip and stance, then forehand and backhand strokes. The beginner guide lays out gear selection, court dimensions, basic etiquette and an efficient learning order step by step.
How do singles and doubles courts differ?
The length (23.77 m) and net are the same, but the width differs. Singles is 8.23 m wide (to the singles sidelines); doubles is 10.97 m wide (to the doubles sidelines). In doubles, the alleys between the sidelines count as in.
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Last updated: 2026-06-25