A set in tennis is typically won by the first player or team to win six games, but with the condition that they must lead by at least two games. For example, a set can end at 6–4 or 7–5. If the score reaches 6–6, a tiebreak is usually played to decide the winner of the set, where the first to 7 points with a 2-point lead wins the tiebreak and thus the set 7–6
. In summary:
- A standard set has a minimum of 6 games.
- A player must win by 2 games.
- If tied 6–6, a tiebreak game is played.
- The tiebreak winner takes the set 7–6.
This is the most common format used in professional and recreational tennis matches
