tennis glossary
What is a WO in Tennis?
WO is the abbreviation for walkover — a tournament result where one player wins because the opponent withdraws before the match starts. Appears in draw sheets and result lists.
Example in a match
In the bracket, you see "Smith def. Jones WO" — meaning Smith advanced because Jones withdrew before the match.
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 "WO".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a wo in tennis?
WO is the abbreviation for walkover — a tournament result where one player wins because the opponent withdraws before the match starts. Appears in draw sheets and result lists.
Does Volley handle wo automatically?
Yes. Volley's tennis scoring engine handles every standard rule including wo. 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.