Is tennis in danger of being replaced?

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Tennis is the sport that comes to mind when you think of a racquet sport. But in recent years you may have noticed two challengers emerging - pickleball and padel.

What are these two competitors? And how are they threatening the future of tennis?

Written by Kaya Kaynak. Illustrated by Craig Silcock.

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