Learn how tiebreaks are played to determine the winner of a set tied at 6–6, with a focus on scoring rules and key moments.
What is a Tiebreak?
A tiebreak is a special rule in tennis used when a set reaches 6-6, and neither player has secured a two-game lead. This mini-game is designed to break the tie and determine the set winner.
How It Works:
Players compete to be the first to reach 7 points, but they must win by at least 2 points (e.g., 7-5 or 10-8 in certain cases).
The winner of the tiebreak wins the set and moves forward in the match.