Wheelchair Tennis
Grand-slam tennis in a wheelchair — same court, same rules, but the ball may bounce twice.
👥1 per team🌤both
What is Wheelchair Tennis?
Wheelchair tennis is played on a standard tennis court with standard rackets and balls. The only major rule difference is that the ball may bounce twice, with the first bounce required to be inside the court. It is contested at all four Grand Slams and the Paralympics, with separate men's, women's and quad divisions.
Quick facts
Category
Racket & Paddle Sports
Type
Individual
Players
1 per team
Where played
both
Country of origin
🇺🇸 United States
Estimated origin
1976, Los Angeles (Brad Parks)
Olympic
No
Popularity
major
Sources & provenance
Last verified 2026-08-24.verified