What do seeding, ranking points, wild cards and qualifying actually mean? How does a draw work, why do some players meet early in a tournament – and what is the difference between the ATP, WTA, Grand Slams and Nordea Open?

In our article series Tennis Explained, we guide you through the world of tennis in a simple and inspiring way. We explain the terms, systems and details that are often mentioned during a tournament, but that are not always obvious to everyone following the sport.

The series is for anyone who wants to better understand what happens both on and off the court. Whether you are new to tennis, follow Nordea Open every summer, or already know your way around the tour, you will find clear explanations, concrete examples and connections to the tournament in Båstad.

With Tennis Explained, we want to make tennis even more enjoyable to follow – from the first ball to finals weekend.