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Centre Court

History of the Wimbledon Championships

The very first Wimbledon championship was held in 1877 which made it the oldest Tennis tournament in the world. It was played on one of the All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club's croquet lawns (since 1882 the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club). 

Wimbledon – Celebrating 100 years of the Centre Court

The All England Lawn and Tennis Club celebrates its centenary, a venue rich in history and intrigue, with exhibitions and upgrades to Centre Court. The venue has witnessed some of the best tennis encounters over the years and has been given a new look as well.