The Championships at Wimbledon, Centre Court of tennis, will be the world’s capital of tennis excellence in July, 2025. This famed tournament is known worldwide both for its exciting competitions and the vibrant culture and customs that helm it. Along with the action on the water, the tournament will be drawing a number of exciting VIPs. On the very first day, spectators reported seeing Sir David Beckham, Sir Gareth Southgate, Princess Beatrice and Sarah, Duchess of York inside the Royal Box.
Wimbledon’s proud reputation for hosting a world-class event, down to the finest detail, is unquestionable. During the tournament, the event uses over 50,000 tennis balls. These balls are meticulously swapped in and out and, following the first seven games, refrigerated so their bouncy characteristics remain consistently reliable for the players.
Financial rewards at Wimbledon are substantial. And unsurprisingly, both the ladies’ and gentlemen’s singles champions will each take home a massive £2.2 million. Though the second-place finisher will take home a tidy £1.1 million anyway. In mixed doubles, the first round winner will snatch £1,500. This valuable prize underscores the intense competitive nature that permeates each game.
Food ensures that the passion for the game carries over into the rest of the Wimbledon experience. At Hugh Lowe Farm in Kent, we grow about 1.5 million strawberries to serve during the two-week tournament. This contribution makes it well-deserving of the event’s reputation as a quintessentially British summer time rarity.
Beyond the tennis and food, Wimbledon’s distinctive traditions add to its allure. One such tradition includes Rufus, an African serval cat, who’s acted as the courts’ bailiff and guardian for the last 10 years. When Rufus takes his aerial patrol each morning, it’s not just for show—the pigeons he chases off help keep the pristine condition of the courts.
Wimbledon has another record too. In 2010, it hosted the longest tennis match in history. American John Isner outlasted Frenchman Nicolas Mahut in an epic struggle that raged for 11 hours and 5 minutes over the course of three days. The match ended with a historic 183 games played, with Isner emerging victorious 70-68.
Seating at Wimbledon is the most prized, especially on Centre Court, with just 74 seats up for grabs on Centre Court alone. Each guest in these very special seats is personally invited by the Chairman of the All England Club. Once the day’s matches are finished, special guests in the royal box are sent an invitation. They are quick to proceed to the Clubhouse for a sumptuous lunch-tea-drink experience that crowns a day of exciting, world-class tennis.
As we look ahead to the 2025 Wimbledon Championship, the world can expect an exhilarating display of tennis, where heritage meets high-octane rivalry. Spectators and players alike warmly welcome this storied tournament. On its own, it’s a stunning achievement – one that sits as an indelible mark of greatness at the sport’s highest levels.
