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Wimbledon Championships

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A view of Wimbledon’s iconic Centre Court during the 2019 Championships.

Wimbledon Championships

The Wimbledon Championships, often just called Wimbledon, is a big tennis event held every year in Wimbledon, London. It is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and many people think it is the most important. Wimbledon usually takes place over two weeks in late June and early July.

Players at Wimbledon must wear all-white clothes, which is a special rule. One fun tradition is eating strawberries and cream. Fans also enjoy watching matches under the roof on Centre Court, which closes when it rains.

Wimbledon has many exciting events, including Gentlemen’s Singles, Ladies’ Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. There are also events for younger players called juniors. The tournament is organized by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and the Lawn Tennis Association.

Some amazing players have won at Wimbledon many times. Roger Federer from Switzerland has won the men’s singles eight times, and Martina Navratilova from the United States has won the women’s singles nine times. These players show incredible skill and dedication.

Wimbledon is played on outdoor grass courts, which makes it special because most big tournaments use different surfaces. The main court, Centre Court, has a retractable roof to keep players and fans comfortable during rainy weather. Fans can watch matches on big screens in areas like the Aorangi Terrace.

Every year, new champions are crowned at Wimbledon, and the tournament continues to be a beloved tradition in the world of tennis.

Images

Program from the very first Wimbledon ladies' tennis competition, held in 1884.
An aerial view of the Wimbledon Championships tennis venue in London.
Schedule of matches from the 2004 Wimbledon tennis championships.
The famous No. 1 Court at Wimbledon, where international tennis matches are held.
A view of Court No. 10 at the Wimbledon Championships in 2004, showing the tennis court and surrounding stadium seats.
A young ball girl participating in the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in 2007.
Two tennis umpires, Magdi Somat and Carlos Bernardes, take a break between matches at the 2013 Wimbledon Championships.
French tennis player SĂ©bastien Grosjean competing in a match at the 2004 Wimbledon Championships.
The Royal Gallery at Centre Court during the Wimbledon Championships, a prestigious tennis tournament.
Scoreboard displaying match results at Wimbledon, the famous tennis tournament.
Image showing details about Wimbledon's ticket resale system where returned tickets can be purchased, with proceeds going to charity.
Historical document from 1930 related to the All England Lawn Tennis Ground, showing a debenture issued by the company.
A delicious serving of strawberries and cream, a traditional treat enjoyed at the Wimbledon tennis tournament.
Illustration of Spencer Gore, the first Wimbledon Champion in 1877.

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