CrowAll Artificial Grass Vs Natural Clay Tennis Courts | Seite 3

Interested in Tennis Court
Resurfacing? Educate Yourself
about the Types of Surfaces First
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Clay court
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Clay courts are made up of stone, brick or compressed shale. The bounce of the
ball is higher and slower on a clay court as compared to grass. Every year, French
open is conducted on the premier Roland Garros clay court. Clay courts are
relatively easy and cheaper to install. These courts are naturally favorable for
baseline players and encourage a more calm and enduring game. Mostly, these
courts are popular in Europe and Latin America.
Grass court
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Grass courts are becoming less popular compared to before due to the high
maintenance costs of putting water and trimming. These surfaces also are most
impacted by weather changes compared to other court types. A player needs to
reach for the ball quicker and should have a stronger serve and volley skills to
perform well in this court. Wimbledon championship is the only grand slam
played on a grass court.