Last updated: 4 October 2026
Reviewed by Jordan Morley, FA Level 2 Football Coach
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Frequently asked questions
When is a match tiebreak used?
Many formats replace a full deciding set with a first-to-10 match tiebreak, including doubles and some tour and recreational formats. Grand Slams use a first-to-10 tiebreak at 6–6 in the final set.
What's the difference between a regular tiebreak and a match tiebreak?
A regular tiebreak is played to 7 points (win by 2) to decide a single set that's reached 6-6, while a match tiebreak (or 'super tiebreak') is played to 10 points and is sometimes used instead of a full final set to decide the entire match more quickly.