UPSC Prelims 2026
Question 47 of 100
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Question 47
GS Paper-1 • 2 Marks
Which of the following statements with regard to the Grand Slam Tennis Tournaments is/are correct ?
1. The tournaments have a shared governance structure establishing the partnership among the four Grand Slam tournaments.
2. They are open for entry to all internationally ranked tennis players above the age of 14.
3. There is a limitation on the number of 'Wild Cards' a player may receive to compete in a Grand Slam Tournament.

Select the answer using the code given below :

Options

A
a) 1 and 2 only
B
b) 2 and 3 only
C
c) 1 only
Correct Answer
D
d) 1, 2 and 3

📖Detailed Explanation

Answer: (c)

Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct; The four Grand Slam tennis tournaments-Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon Championships, and US Open-are governed under the Grand Slam Board, which coordinates policies and commercial interests among the four tournaments.

Statement 2 is incorrect because entry into Grand Slams is not simply open to all players above a certain age. Participation depends on ATP/WTA rankings, qualifying rounds, and wild cards, and there is no universal rule such as a minimum age of 14 for direct entry.

Statement 3 is Incorrect because while wild cards are granted at the discretion of tournament organizers, there is no strict global cap or uniform limitation on the number a player may receive across all Grand Slams; rules vary by tournament and are not defined as a fixed restriction applicable to all players in the manner suggested.
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