Ten-pin bowling is a competitive sport in which a player, called a bowler, attempts to knock down as many pins as possible, thereby scoring points, by rolling a ball along a pathway called a "lane." The lane is bordered by gutters along both sides which serve to collect errant balls which would not knock down any pins. The bowler is allowed ten frames in which to knock down pins, with each frame being composed of up to two rolls.

Since being brought to the United States from Europe, bowling has risen in popularity as its technology has improved. The sport is most popular in the United Kingdom and the United States where it is the leading pastime, enjoying the highest participation rate of any sport in both countries. Both nations maintain national regulatory organizations that govern the sport's rules and conduct and many of those countries' best players participate in tournaments on both the national and international stage. Because of the rise in popularity, many companies are now making bowling balls and apparel for professionals as well as for recreational bowlers. Bowling has also become more prevalent in the media in recent years, with the continued popularity of bowling publications and the appearance of films centered around the culture of the sport. However, the sport continues to face challenges in garnering mainstream coverage of the athletic aspects of the game.

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