About this episode
This episode explores the history of tennis from its origins with French monks to its modern form.
From French monks in the 12th century playing handball to the tennis we love today - OK Let’s Learn all about the history of the game of tennis. OK Let’s Learn Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HwvTaT9Q3/?mibextid=wwXIfr OK Let’s Learn YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@okletslearn?si=Zn6uFayD3CKtd7SE Reach out to us with any questions, comments or feedback
People in this episode
Host: Kevin OKeefe
Topics covered
- history of tennis
- French monks
- 12th century
- evolution of sports
- handball
- tennis
Keywords
- tennis history
- French monks
- 12th century sports
- evolution of tennis
- handball
- OK Let’s Learn
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Places: France
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