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If you're referring to set scores, the superscript means that the set went to a tiebreak, and indicates the points won. E.g., a set score of 7-6 (9) means that the winner of the set won with a score of 9-7 in the tiebreak.

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Q: Why do some tennis match scores have a superscript number next to it?
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