The Fascinating Origins of Tennis Scoring: Why 15, 30, 40? | History Explained
Ever wondered why tennis scoring uses terms like “love,” “15,” “30,” and “40” instead of simple numbers? This peculiar counting system has puzzled newcomers and casual fans alike for generations. There’s actually fascinating history behind these seemingly arbitrary numbers.
Tennis scoring evolved from a medieval French game called “jeu de paume,” where players initially scored in increments of 15,