tie-break
Britishnoun
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tennis a method of deciding quickly the result of a set drawn at six-all, usually involving the playing of one deciding game for the best of twelve points in which the service changes after odd-numbered points
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any contest or game played to decide a winner when contestants have tied scores
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The world number three saved two match points before overcoming Taylor Fritz 6-3 4-6 13-11 in a dramatic deciding tie-break at London's O2 Arena.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
It was Khachanov who settled quickest into the tie-break, opening up a lead and creating two set points - both of which were saved by Zverev.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
Alcaraz edged the opener on a tie-break - but only after surrendering his advantage after breaking for a seemingly decisive 6-5 lead.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
A fan favourite, Tiafoe thrived off the energy of the New York crowd as he then got the better of the tie-break to seal his fourth five-set victory at a major in 2026.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
They quickly went down 6-0 in the deciding 10-point tie-break but fought back impressively.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
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