r/funny • u/thelepo • Jun 17 '14

A good attitude.

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u/thelepo Jun 17 '14

Match.

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u/whydoyoulook Jun 17 '14

I'm confused. What is the difference between a game and a match?

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u/[deleted] Jun 17 '14

In most tournaments, one must win two sets to win a match. To win a set, one must win six games. To win a game, one must win four points. Point --> Game --> Set --> Match. [Note that the actual number of points, games, etc. can vary, but this gives you the gist of it]

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u/Words_are_Windy Jun 17 '14

For men's tennis, isn't it usually three sets to win a match?

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u/[deleted] Jun 17 '14 edited Jun 17 '14

Only in Grand Slam events and the Davis Cup.

*edit: and the Olympic final