Newmarket Real Tennis Club Real tennis is still played at a small number of active courts in the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States and France.
The Game of Real Tennis
Real Tennis is the original racquet sport from which the modern game of lawn tennis, or tennis, is descended. It is also known as:
"court tennis" (America)
jeu de paume (France)
and formerly called "Royal Tennis" (Australia)
The term real tennis is often thought to be a corruption of this last name and related to the game's connection with royalty during its heyday in En
11/06/2026
One more sleep until the annual Rosebowl Tournament! It was great to see last year's winner Matt, and his trainer Pea, have a hit on court and then take advantage of our special 125th anniversary rose wall. star players Duncan and Phil also took the opportunity to strike a pose whilst showcasing the iconic trophy. Good luck to all players!
07/06/2026
Five more sleeps until the start of 's tournament of the year - The Rose Bowl - great tennis guaranteed. For more information, contact Andrew Knibbs [email protected]😀
A couple of weeks ago, Andrew Knibbs, 's resident pro, demonstrated the Short Giraffe. Here he goes back to the original serve - The Giraffe. Devastingly difficult to return (well in our humble opinion). Let us know in the comments what other serves you would like to see Andrew demonstrate.
01/06/2026
Brown & Co Handicap Singles Final - 12:00, 2 June 2026
Join us on 2 June at for the final of the Brown & Co Handicap Singles, which will see James McSwinney play Mark Capron. All welcome. Good luck to both players!
Racket Ready - Serve Series - The Short Giraffe
Most of us know the (long) giraffe serve, but did you know there is also a short giraffe serve, which is demonstrated by our resident pro, Andrew Knibbs. According to Andrew, this is a serve which is best used sparingly, as once the receiver realises that the server is using the short giraffe serve, its reasonably easy to return. If you would like Andrew to demonstrate any other serve, please leave a comment.
12/04/2026
NRTC vs Hardwick - 11 April 2026 - Match Report
A day of hotly contested matches, which culminated in victory resting on the result of the final match - Alex Stobbs (Hardwick) vs Laura Shumiloff (NRTC) (absolutely no pressure guys!) In a nail-biting match accompanied by raucous support from the dedans for both players, NRTC prevailed over Hardwick 10-6, and the NRTC team (Ken, Rodger, Phil and Laura) lifted the coveted trophy. Final score was 3 matches each, with NRTC winning by a margin of two games. Well played all, and special thanks to Andrew Knibbs for his marking and to Ted, 🐾NRTC's lucky mascot for the day. 😍
10/04/2026
NRTC vs Hardwick - 11 April 2026 - All welcome
Calling all NRTC supporters! Join us at home on Saturday 11 April, for what will be a great day of , as NRTC take on Hardwick to claim the iconic Newmarket vs Hardwick Cup. Play starts at 10:30. Free entry - all welcome. C'mon Newmarket!😍 #125
25/03/2026
The Gray's Trophy - 21 & 22 March 2026 - Match Report
,A busy weekend at , with the Club hosting the Gray's Trophy, an inaugural singles and doubles competition, sponsored by . The standard of play was uniformly high and the mood in the (packed) dedans characteristically raucous. Congratulations to all players, but in particular to Minty Oldham and Steve Brewerton, who won the doubles and to Charlie Clark, who won the singles.
15/03/2026
NRTC 125 Anniversary Cap Conundrum
With thanks to young Logan and Laura for modelling both colours of the 125 Anniversary cap, but they can't decide between the green or the cream. Help them decide by leaving your recommendations in the comments. The caps cost £30 each and are available from the Club. #125
12/03/2026
Founders' Cup, 8 March 2026, Match Report
Sunday saw 's annual Founders' Cup. A truly fantastic day of ,culminating in a very tense final between the winners of the higher handicapped box - Philippa and Logan - aka the Flamingos* and the winners of the lower handicapped box - Hugo and Chris. Congratulations to the finalists and in particular to Hugo and Chris, who won the final 6-3.😍
*Why the flamingos? Check out the matching pink hoodies...
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