In the Olympics, men's tennis matches are typically played as the best of three sets, with the exception of the men's singles final, which is played as the best of five sets. This format includes the use of a tie break in every set, including the final set, which is a unique feature for the Olympics. Additionally, in the mixed doubles event, the third set is played as a match tie-break, which is a first-to-10-points tie-break. read more >>

All matches were the best of three sets, except for the men's singles final which was the best of five sets. The tie break operated in every set, including the final one (a first for the Olympics). In the mixed doubles the third set was played as a match tie-break (10 points).read more >>