Game, Set, Match
Game, Set, Match
Game, Set, Match
By Geoff Engelstein
January 29, 2026
Summary
In 'Game, Set, Match,' Geoff Engelstein explores the concept of fairness in tennis scoring systems, referencing a proposal for a 'Grand Tie Break' that would award victory to the player with the most games, not just sets. He critiques this as overcomplicating the game and draws parallels to chunking in other sports like baseball, and board game mechanics like area control, trick-taking, and wargames. Engelstein emphasizes strategic efficiency and ends by connecting the idea to broader topics like gerrymandering, teasing a future discussion on the subject.
Reference
Engelstein, G. (2026, January 29). Game, Set, Match. GameTek. https://gametek.substack.com/p/game-set-match