Wimbledon and the Armed Forces: A History
USA
November 1, 2018
As one of the UK’s most iconic sporting events and one of the four prestigious Grand Slam tennis tournaments, Wimbledon has been an important part of British culture since it first took place at the All England Club in 1877. Wimbledon is known for its famous all-white dress code, its close association with the Royal […]
Real Tennis, what exactly is it?
USA
July 18, 2018
Real Tennis explained by former world No 1 Katrina Allen. Tennis as we know it today took off in the 1870s but it comes from the game known as “Real Tennis”, invented by French monks in the 12th century. At one point, the game was the national sport in France and there were thousands of courts around the country. […]
Americans brought modern history and drama to Wimbledon 2016 …Come and witness their heroics in 2018!
USA
August 9, 2016
Wimbledon has always been even more special when the Americans are on song. They add some extra fizz to the action – and you never know quite what’s coming. American tennis players were at the centre of the biggest moments of modern history and drama during Wimbledon 2016 – and a certain American legend-turned-coach did […]
What a ride for the Americans at Wimbledon 2015 !
USA
August 11, 2015
American tennis players were at the centre of so much drama during Wimbledon 2015 – and Serena Williams was crowned queen for the sixth time! We just have to start with the greatest of them all. She secured her second “Serena Slam” with her 6-4, 6-4 win over Garbine Muguruza in the final, meaning Williams […]
Wimbledon wouldn’t be Wimbledon without Americans!
USA
June 5, 2015
Try to imagine Wimbledon over the years without Americans. It just wouldn’t have been the same, would WIMBLEDON WOULDN’T BE WIMBLEDON WITHOUT AMERICANS! Try to imagine Wimbledon over the years without Americans. It just wouldn’t have been the same, would it? Rebellious, record-breaking, glamorous or just utterly brilliant, the Americans always add something – and […]