match point
Example Sentences
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He converted his third match point when Fritz failed to retrieve another delicate drop shot over the net.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
It’s reasonable to believe that the moment he knocked home match point for major No. 25 the word “Retirement” would appear before him in gigantic flashing letters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026
From Muchova's diving volley to Gauff's squandered match point, it had it all.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
After receiving a warning for a time violation, a frustrated Muchova lofted a backhand beyond the baseline and gifted Gauff the first match point.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
Citra watched, feeling almost detached, as if this were a tennis match and it was match point.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
