Histopedia

Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is widely regarded as the most prestigious. It is a Grand Slam tennis tournament organized by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in collaboration with the Lawn Tennis Association ¹. Here are some key points about Wimbledon:

• History: Wimbledon has been held since 1877 and is the third of the four Grand Slam tennis events every year ¹.
• Location: The tournament takes place in Wimbledon, London, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club ¹.
• Surface: Wimbledon is played on outdoor grass courts with retractable roofs over the two main courts ¹.
• Events: The tournament consists of five main events: Gentlemen’s Singles, Ladies’ Singles, Gentlemen’s Doubles, Ladies’ Doubles, and Mixed Doubles ¹.
• Schedule: Wimbledon begins on the last Monday in June or the first Monday in July and lasts for two weeks ¹.
• Traditions: Wimbledon is known for its strict all-white dress code for competitors, royal patronage, and traditional food and drinks like strawberries and cream and champagne ¹.