Most historians believe that tennis originated in France in the 12th century, but the ball was then struck with the palm of the hand. It was not until the 16th century that rackets came into use, and the game began to be called "tennis."
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Activision Tennis was created in 1981.
Tennis Europe was created in 1976.
On-Court Tennis was created in 1984.
Destination Tennis was created in 2006.
Tennis Channel was created in 2003.
Tennis Canada was created in 1890.
Virtua Tennis was created in 1999.
Tennis Ireland was created in 1908.
The Tennis Partner was created in 1999.
Tennis on CBS was created in 1968.
Tennis on HBO was created in 1975.
Tennis on USA was created in 1984.