Invented Tennis

**schmenke** · 8th May 2013, 16:36

Sounds like a racket.

**donKey jote** · 8th May 2013, 19:05

You cannot be serious!

**Rollo** · 9th May 2013, 00:27

Originally Posted by inimitablestoo

I think you'll find it was invented by a Mr Dennis Tennis, who went on to marry Miss Mabel Table. She became Mabel Table-Tennis and later invented her own sport.

A court employee is known as a courtesan.

Ah.

Was Dennis Tennis a High Court judge? That would explain why there are Tennis Courts. It would also explain if it was a court of arbitration why there are independent umpires as well.

**steveaki13** · 11th May 2013, 10:34

Great to have some new members who really get involved.

At least Chris has all the info he needs.

**kanepo-2** · 20th April 2025, 10:15

Interesting question! Tennis has roots going back to 12th-century France, though modern lawn tennis was formalized in England in the late 19th century. The person maintaining the court is usually called a "groundskeeper" or "court attendant."

By the way, if you're curious about similar sports, check out how a paddle tennis court compares—it’s a fun alternative with its own unique setup!