winning opening

noun

, Court Tennis.

1. the dedans, winning gallery, or grille.

winning opening

noun

1. real tennis the grille, dedans, or winning gallery, into which any shot played wins a point

Word History and Origins

Origin of winning opening¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

The atmosphere and the game will be different - as will the temperatures in the evening - but this was England's ideal start and manager Southgate can be well satisfied by his part in this winning opening to Euro 2020.

From BBC

France are top of the Six Nations table after winning opening games against Italy and Ireland, but their campaign has been thrown off course by the coronavirus outbreak.

From BBC

A romantic comedy following the lives of two radio DJs, “I Belonged to You,” grossed $51.7 million, sliding to the No. 2 spot after a winning opening weekend.

From Los Angeles Times

It extended Cal’s best start in conference since winning opening 7-0 in 2003.

From Seattle Times

The Brewers, minus injured sluggers Corey Hart and Aramis Ramirez, haven't scored in 25 straight innings and are 1-8 since winning opening day.

From Seattle Times