Wimbledon

The Championships

Wimbledon, officially known as The Championships, Wimbledon, is the world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament. Held annually in London, England, it began in 1877 and is the only Grand Slam still played on grass courts. Famous for its rich traditions—such as the all-white dress code, strawberries and cream, and royal patronage—Wimbledon is a symbol of elegance and excellence in sport. The tournament takes place at the All England Club and attracts the best players from around the globe every summer.

Wimbledon champions

Wimbledon has crowned some of the greatest champions in tennis history. On the men's side, legends like Roger Federer(with a record 8 titles), Pete Sampras, Novak Djokovic, and Björn Borg have all lifted the trophy on Centre Court. In the women’s game, icons such as Martina Navratilova (with a record 9 titles), Serena Williams, Steffi Graf, and Venus Williams have dominated the grass.

Winning Wimbledon is considered one of the highest achievements in tennis, thanks to the tournament’s rich tradition, prestige, and unique atmosphere. Each champion becomes part of a timeless legacy celebrated around the world.

Roger Federer 8 – Martina Navratilova 9 – William Renshaw 7 – Pete Sampras 7 – Novak Djokovic 7 – Helen Wills Moody 8 – Steffi Graf 7 – Serena Williams 7 – Dorothea Lambert Chambers 7 – Björn Borg 5 – Laurence (Laurie) Doherty 5 – Venus Williams 5 – Suzanne Lenglen 6 – Billie Jean King 6 – Blanche Bingley Hillyard 6 – Reginald (Reggie) Doherty 4 – Anthony Wilding 4 – Rod Laver 4 – Louise Brough Clapp 4 – John McEnroe 3 – Boris Becker 3 – Fred Perry 3 – Chris Evert 3 – Margaret Court 3 – Maureen Connolly Brinker 3

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Roger Federer 8 – Martina Navratilova 9 – William Renshaw 7 – Pete Sampras 7 – Novak Djokovic 7 – Helen Wills Moody 8 – Steffi Graf 7 – Serena Williams 7 – Dorothea Lambert Chambers 7 – Björn Borg 5 – Laurence (Laurie) Doherty 5 – Venus Williams 5 – Suzanne Lenglen 6 – Billie Jean King 6 – Blanche Bingley Hillyard 6 – Reginald (Reggie) Doherty 4 – Anthony Wilding 4 – Rod Laver 4 – Louise Brough Clapp 4 – John McEnroe 3 – Boris Becker 3 – Fred Perry 3 – Chris Evert 3 – Margaret Court 3 – Maureen Connolly Brinker 3 〰️

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Wimbledon – Key Facts and Information

  • Official Name: The Championships, Wimbledon

  • Location: All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Church Road, Wimbledon, London, England

  • Year Founded: 1877

  • Surface: Grass courts

  • Tournament Duration: 2 weeks (late June to early July)

  • Number of Courts: 18 Championship Courts, plus practice courts

  • Centre Court Capacity: ~15,000 spectators

  • No.1 Court Capacity: ~12,000 spectators

  • Number of Singles Winners (Men + Women): Over 150 individual champions across both categories since 1877

  • Organised by: All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC)

  • Dress Code: Strict all-white attire for players

  • Unique Traditions: Strawberries and cream, Royal Box, no sponsor logos on court

  • First Men's Champion: Spencer Gore (1877)

  • First Women's Champion: Maud Watson (1884)

  • Retractable Roofs: On Centre Court (since 2009) and No.1 Court (since 2019)

  • Court Naming: Centre Court is called so because it was originally at the center of the grounds

  • Famous Viewing Area: "Henman Hill" or "Murray Mound", where fans watch matches on a big screen

  • Grand Slam Status: One of the four major Grand Slam tournaments (with Australian Open, Roland Garros, and US Open

Center Court

  • is the most iconic venue at Wimbledon and one of the most famous tennis courts in the world. It was opened in 1922, when the All England Club moved from its original site on Worple Road to Church Road. Centre Court has been the stage for countless historic matches, featuring legendary players like Björn Borg, Martina Navratilova, Roger Federer, and Serena Williams. In 2009, a retractable roof was installed to allow play during rain, preserving the tournament's schedule. The court seats around 15,000 spectators and remains the spiritual home of grass-court tennis.

Court N.1

  • No.1 Court was originally built in 1924 next to Centre Court but was replaced by a brand-new stadium in 1997, located within the main Grounds. The new No.1 Court also gained a retractable roof in 2019, making it suitable for all-weather play. With a capacity of about 12,000 seats, it hosts many high-profile matches, especially in the early rounds and doubles competitions.

Ground

  • The Grounds of Wimbledon encompass 18 championship grass courts and several practice courts. Over the years, the Grounds have undergone major expansions and improvements, including the addition of Henman Hill (also known as Murray Mound), a popular spot where fans watch matches on a giant screen. The atmosphere throughout the Grounds during The Championships is electric, combining tradition, modern facilities, and British summer charm.

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