In tennis, what is a score of 40-40 called?
Deuce
Advantage
Tiebreak
Game Point
Answer
Deuce, in tennis, refers to a tie situation in a game when both players have scored three points each, resulting in a 40-40 score. The term originates from the French word "deux," meaning "two," indicating that both players are on an equal footing. To break the deuce and continue the game, one player must win two consecutive points, which is known as "advantage" or "ad in" for the leading player.
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