Tennis

Wheelchair tennis appeared for the first time on the Paralympic program in 1992. It originated from the USA in the 1970's, and it continues to develop a strong following of players and fans internationally.

The game follows traditional tennis rules and certainly maintains the same traditions of high levels of skill, fitness and strategy. The only difference in wheelchair tennis competitions is that the players are allowed two bounces of the ball; the first bounce being within the bounds of the court.

To be eligible for these competitions, the athlete must be medically diagnosed as having a mobility-related disability. Singles and doubles events are included in the Paralympic program.