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June 23, 2008

Top Ten Unique Aspects of Wimbledon

Grass Tennis Courts

Wimbledon is well-known for its traditions so what truly makes it unique…

•    The grass tennis courts -  once in your life play on them… the feel under foot is awesome
•    Required “predominantly white” tennis attire -  it is a welcome change once a year
•    Queuing for Centre Court tickets - imagine sleeping overnight for Super Bowl tickets?!
•    Strawberries and cream - not your traditional sports stadium food
•    Murray Mountain, formerly known as Henman Hill, where tennis fans can watch the matches from Centre Court on the big screen TV - sitting there while a Brit is competing is thrilling…
•    No play on the middle Sunday - what other major sporting event takes a day off?
•    Royal Box on Centre Court - although it’s sadly been missing members of the Royal family since Princess Diana’s visits years ago
•    Technology amidst the tradition - e.g. Hawk-Eye electronic line-calling technology is used on Centre Court
•    Absence of sponsor signage on Centre Court - OK, Rolex’s logo is on the clock, Slazenger on the back wall and IBM on the serve speed sign, but they are subtly presented
•    On-court trophy presentation by British royalty – the pomp and circumstance are memorable…

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