What is a Walkover in Tennis? Meaning, Rules, Stats, & More
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What is a Walkover in Tennis?
Meaning, Rules, Stats, & More
By Jon Crim
TennisCompanion
In tennis, a walkover occurs when a player automatically advances to the next round without playing because their opponent is ill, injured, or subject to a code of conduct penalty.
On the surface, it’s a simple concept. However, there are subtle nuances in how the ATP, WTA, and other organizations like the USTA handle walkovers that are helpful to understand.