tennis glossary
What is a Bagel in Tennis?
A bagel in tennis means winning a set 6-0. The "0" looks like a bagel. Bagels are humiliating and rare at higher levels. Multiple bagels in a single match are even rarer.
Example in a match
You win the first set 6-0. That's a bagel. Your opponent is fuming.
Tennis scoring with Volley
Volley scores tennis with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Bagel".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a bagel in tennis?
A bagel in tennis means winning a set 6-0. The "0" looks like a bagel. Bagels are humiliating and rare at higher levels. Multiple bagels in a single match are even rarer.
Does Volley handle bagel automatically?
Yes. Volley's tennis scoring engine handles every standard rule including bagel. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more tennis terms?
The full Tennis glossary is at /tennis-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.