As we are approaching to the Final on 14th July 2024, we would like to share some interesting facts about Wimbledon Tennis Tournament.
The Wimbledon Championships stands as the oldest tennis tournament globally, hosted annually at the All-England Club in London. Noteworthy as the sole "major" tournament on its original grass surface, Wimbledon boasts a rich heritage.
Reflecting its deep-rooted traditions, Wimbledon mandates that all players don predominantly white attire. This custom harks back to the Victorian Era's sensibilities where perspiration was considered inappropriate. In a 2022 incident, Nick Kyrgios faced a $16,000 fine for sporting a red hat and sneakers, underscoring the tournament's adherence to this rule, albeit with some flexibility.
Wimbledon remains the exclusive Grand Slam event played on grass, setting it apart from the hard court venues of the US Open and Australian Open. This distinctive feature, shared only with Roland Garros, defines Wimbledon's unique playing surface.
The 2010 Wimbledon Championships witnessed history as John Isner and Nicolas Mahut engaged in the longest tennis match to date, lasting an astounding 11 hours and 5 minutes over three days. This marathon match was a result of Wimbledon's rule requiring the fifth set to conclude with a two-game lead, a regulation since amended to include a tiebreak at 6-6 in the final set.
Rufus the Hawk diligently safeguards the All England Club grounds year-round, deterring pigeons that might disrupt play on the courts. Rufus's vigilance ensures the pristine condition of the grass, with an incident in 2012 where he was briefly abducted before being safely returned.
While Roger Federer holds the record for the most Men's Wimbledon titles at 8, Martina Navratilova remains unrivaled with 9 Women's Wimbledon championships.
The historic Centre Court at Wimbledon faced significant damage during World War II in 1940, with over 1000 bombs dropped on the Wimbledon borough. The aftermath included destruction of homes, damage to Centre Court's stands, and nearly 1,200 seats. Restoration efforts commenced post-war, culminating in the court's repair by 1947.
Wimbledon spectators relish the iconic strawberries and cream, alongside the popular Pimm's Cup, a refreshing gin-based concoction blended with lemon and ginger ale.
Throughout the tournament, approximately 54,250 tennis balls are utilized, meticulously inspected and replaced as needed, with fans offered the opportunity to purchase these commemorative items post-event.
Contrary to common belief, Wimbledon champions do not retain the actual trophy. Instead, a slightly smaller replica is awarded, with the original trophy preserved for future champions.
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