Wimbledon

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Wimbledon is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, first held in 1877. It is hosted annually at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, London. The tournament is renowned for its grass courts, which provide a fast and challenging playing surface. Wimbledon is one of the four Grand Slam tennis events, along with the Australian Open, French Open, and US Open. It traditionally takes place over two weeks in late June and early July. Wimbledon is steeped in tradition, including an all-white dress code for players and the serving of strawberries and cream to spectators. The tournament features various competitions, including men's and women's singles and doubles, as well as mixed doubles. Historically, Wimbledon has been interrupted by World Wars and was not held during those periods. In recent years, significant improvements have been made, including the installation of retractable roofs over the main courts to minimize rain delays.