The Championships, Wimbledon, commonly known simply as Wimbledon or The Championships, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is widely regarded as the most prestigious. ... Wimbledon is the only major still played on grass, which is the traditional tennis playing surface.
Why is Wimbledon so famous?
The Championships, Wimbledon, or just Wimbledon as it is more commonly referred to, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and arguably the most famous. ... Grass is also the surface which provides the fastest game of tennis.
What is most unique about the Wimbledon tennis tournament?
10 cool facts about the Wimbledon tennis tournament
- 1) Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world. ...
- 2) Tennis is a British invention. ...
- 3) It's been on TV for over 130 years. ...
- 4) Matches can last forever. ...
- 5) The winners of Wimbledon do not get to keep their trophy.
