Estimate the number of tennis balls or cans needed for a match.
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Overview
Tennis balls assume different lifespans depending on the level of play. Pro matches require frequent changes to maintain constant bounce characteristics.
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Pro Tips
Casual players often use a can for 2-3 sessions.
League matches typically stipulate one new can per match.
Pro rules require ball changes after the first 7 games and every 9 games thereafter.
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Fun Facts
"Wimbledon uses over 50,000 tennis balls each year."
"Yellow tennis balls were introduced in 1972 to be more visible on TV."
