What is walkover in tennis?

A walkover in tennis is when one player or team wins a match by default because their opponent has withdrawn or not shown up to play. This can happen for various reasons, such as injury, illness, personal reasons, or scheduling conflicts.

When a walkover occurs, the player or team who did not withdraw is automatically advanced to the next round of the tournament or competition. They are awarded the win and any prize money or ranking points that would have been earned by winning the match normally.

Walkovers are fairly common in tennis, especially in lower-level tournaments or during qualifying rounds when players may be more likely to withdraw due to minor injuries or other factors. However, walkovers can also occur in higher-level tournaments, including Grand Slam events, if a player is unable to compete for any reason.