The story of Wimbledon

Chapter 1

The birth of lawn tennis

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Chapter 2

Strict traditions and royal patronage

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Chapter 3

The science of the perfect grass

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Chapter 4

Legendary matches and global icons

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Master of The story of Wimbledon

Ch 1 · The birth of lawn tennis

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Tiny Turf Tennis

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diego Going global during the amateur era

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Before the trophies and grand slams were known, A broken pony roller made tennis its home!

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diego Opening the historic gates to women

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Opening the historic gates to women

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Fun Fact

Croquet club origins: The tournament was originally created in 1877 to raise money to repair a broken pony-drawn lawn roller.

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The very first tournament in 1877

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Glossary

lawn tennis (noun)
An outdoor game played on a grass court with rackets and a light ball. The All England Croquet Club hosted its first tournament in 1877, establishing the sport's modern rules.

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In what year was the very first Wimbledon tennis championship held?

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Favorite court surface?

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diego The very first tournament in 1877

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Who was the first men's singles champion in Wimbledon history?

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diego How a croquet club birthed modern tennis

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Who became the first non-British champion at Wimbledon in 1905?

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What was the original name of the club that hosted the first Wimbledon tournament?

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What was the shape of the tennis courts used during the first Wimbledon tournament?

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What piece of equipment did the club need to repair using funds from the first Wimbledon tournament?

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In what year were women first allowed to compete in the Wimbledon championships?

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Who was the first female singles champion at Wimbledon?