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Wimbledon — what it is and how it works
Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, played since 1877 at the All England Club in London. It is the only Grand Slam on grass, keeps its all-white dress code and has had a retractable roof on Centre Court since 2009.
Format and competition system
Two weeks of competition in late June and early July, with 128-player draws and best-of-five-set men's matches.
Honours and dominant teams
Roger Federer has the most men's singles titles on the London grass; Martina Navratilova leads the women's list.
Frequently asked questions about Wimbledon
Why do players wear white?
An All England Club rule dating back to the 19th century that still applies: clothing must be almost entirely white, soles included.