15 Lesser-Known Wimbledon Draw Facts:

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Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament globally, dating back to 1877.

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The Wimbledon grass is a special blend of rye, creeping red fescue, and Kentucky bluegrass.

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Centre Court has a retractable roof to avoid rain delays.

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The trophy presented to the Wimbledon champions is called the Venus Rosewater Dish.

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The longest match in Wimbledon history lasted over 11 hours!

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The strict dress code for players includes all-white attire.

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Wimbledon has a tradition of serving strawberries and cream during the tournament.

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The men's singles champion receives a gold medal, while the women's champion receives a sterling silver salver.

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Each year, Wimbledon uses over 54,000 tennis balls during the tournament.

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The Wimbledon court dimensions are 78 feet long and 27 feet wide.

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The record for the fastest serve was set by Taylor Dent, reaching an astounding 148 mph.

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Middle Sunday used to be a rest day, but it's now a scheduled day of play when necessary.

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