In which game is the term 'deuce' used?

Key Points

• The term 'deuce' is commonly used in the game of tennis.
• In tennis, 'deuce' occurs when both players have scored at least three points each and the scores are tied.
• At deuce, a player must win two consecutive points to win the game.
• The term is derived from the French word "deux," meaning two, indicating that two more points are needed to win the game from this point.

Additional Information

• Tennis is a sport that can be played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles).
• The game originated in France in the late 19th century and has become a globally popular sport.
• Major tennis tournaments include the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open, collectively known as the Grand Slam tournaments.
• The scoring system in tennis is unique, with points awarded as 15, 30, 40, and game, and the need to win by at least two points when the score reaches deuce.