Wimbledon

The oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament, one of four Grand Slam tournaments. Held annually in June – July, in Wimbledon, London

The only one of the four Grand Slam tournaments held on grass courts. Founded in 1868 - originally as a croquet club

He is still played in snow-white uniform and in nothing else, all tennis players are called mysters, women - miss. Also Wimbledon is the only tournament on the courts of which there are no advertising billboards.

Maria Sharapova scored the loudest scream. In terms of how the motorcycle starts.

In 1964, a record was set at the tournament, Jean Borotra became the oldest player in the main draw. Frenchman aged 65 and 320 days took part in the mixed doubles

The English people sacredly honor any traditions and are famous for their conservatism, and Wimbledon was no exception - on Foggy Albion they are terribly not fond of changing established things and oppose any, even the smallest change in the tournament regulations.