Wimbledon Collection (#12)

Steffi Graf pictured with her trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish. Steffi Graf beats current 6 times defending champion Martina Navratilova, to win the Wimbledon Ladies Singles Final on 2nd July 1988

Film stars Rod Taylor, Christopher Plummer and Camilla Sparv together with 175 extras this morning sat in the stands of the Centre Court at Wimbledon to re-live the games which took place last June

June Whitfield, TV actress, at her home in Wimbledon doing the washing up in her rubber gloves. Picture taken 4th September 1987

Fred Perry, former Wimbledon 3 times champion, with his grandson John Perry. Picture taken at Wimbledon Tennis, 23rd June 1985

Fred Perry with his wife Barbara Riese at Wimbledon Tennis Championships. Picture taken 27th June 1962

Wimbledon Tennis 1985: Mens Final: Boris Becker wins Wimbledon. 7th July 1985. 85-3846c-031

Wimbledon 1987: Mens singles final. Pat Cash (winner) v. Ivan Lendl. July 1987 87-3480-141

Wimbledon Tennis Championships 1977, Mens Final, Centre Court, Wimbledon, Saturday 2nd July 1977. Reigning champion, Bjorn Borg wins match in 5 sets, 3-6, 6-2, 6-1, 5-7, 6-4, against Jimmy Connors

Neale Andrew Fraser AO MBE (born 3 October 1933) is a former number one amateur male tennis-player from Australia, born in Melbourne, Victoria, the son of a Victorian judge

Newcastle 3-3 Wimbledon, Premier league match at St James Park, Saturday 21st August 1999. Alan Shearer, watches match from the bench

Jamie Pollock tries a run, Middlesbrough FC v Wimbledon. FA Cup match at the Riverside. 7th February 1996

Wimbledon v Norwich, league match at Plough Lane, Saturday 20th March 1993. Final score: Wimbledon 3-0 Norwich City

Cyrille Regis and John Fashanu. 21st April 1990

John McEnroe v Tom Gullikson, first round match at Wimbledon on Court Number One, Monday 22nd June 1981. John McEnroe was two flashpoints away from being thrown out of Wimbledon

Helen Wills walks out on to the court at the Wimbledon tennis championships with her opponent Miss H Jacobs July 1929

Suzanne returns a backhand at the 1925 Wimbledon Tennis Championships

Frank Sedgman with trophy after winning the 1952 Mens Singles Tennis Final

Bjorn Borg competing in the 1974 Wimbledon Tennis Championship

Helen Wills at the Wimbledon tennis championships returning a backhand shot July 1929

Tennis Championships at Wimbledon Mlle Suzanne Lenglen v Mrs Lambert Chambers July 1919

Centenary Wimbledon Miss Suzanne Lenglen of France won the Wimbledon Championship in 1919, 1920, 1921, 1922, 1923, and 1925. Quite a record. Circa 1919

Spectator enduring the rain on Wimbledons centre court

Jean Borotra of France at the 1927 Wimbledon championships

Martina Navratilova wins for the 9th time the Womans Singles Title at Wimbledon ecard08

Wimbledon tennis 1987 Stefi Graf v Shriver 1980s

Wimbledon tennis 1987-9th day Stefi Graf v Gabriella Sabatini 1980s

Steffi Graf Wimbledon tennis 1987 1980s

Wimbledon tennis1987-10th day Steffi Graf v Shriver 1980s

Wimbledon tennis 1987-9th day Steffi Graf v Gabriella Sabatini 1980s

Wimbledon tennis 1987-6th day Steffi Graf v L. Gildemeister 1980s
Wimbledon tennis 1987-6th day Steffi Graf v L.Gildemeister 1980s

Cherry black models a tennis outfit She was one of the first black models to appear in an English fashion show

John Mcenroe wins the Wimbledon mens singles final in 1984 against Jimmy Connors

Maureen Connolly (Little Mo) US tennis star in action on court

Victor Seixas leaps over net after win against Kurt Nielson in the 1953 Wimbledon mens singles tennis final

Tennis player W. T. Tilden at Wimbledon MSI
Tennis player W.T. Tilden at Wimbledon MSI

Arthur Ashe waves to fans after winning mens title in 1975 at Wimbledon with Duke of Kent applauding

Tennis star Bjorn Borg escorted from screaming fans at Wimbledon 1974

Martina Navratilova plays Chris Evert in the Wimbledon womens singles final 1985

Virginia wade wins the Ladies singles final Wimbledon 1977

Pancho Gonzales playing C Paserell during the 1969 Wimbledon Tennis Championships

Andre Agassi plays John McEnroe in the Mens Singles Semi-Final Tennis at Wimbledon, Saturday 4th July 1992. Match was due to be played on Friday (3rd) delayed due to weather

Bjorn Borg wins the Wimbledon mens singles final against John Macenroe in 1980

Michael Stich competing in the 1991 Wimbledon Championship

J Borotra v A H Lowe centre court Wimbledon MSI

John McEnroe wins the mens singles final at Wimbledon 1981 defeating Bjorn Borg on Centre court

Jimmy Connors Tennis Player in action on one of the outer courts at Wimbledon

Martina Navratilova competing in the 1985 Wimbledon Championships

Buster Mottram on one of Wimbledons practice courts

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"Wimbledon: Where Sports Legends and Artistry Converge" At the historic Plough Lane Stadium, home to Wimbledon Football Club, echoes of roaring crowds and thrilling matches can still be heard. But it is not just football that makes this place special; it is also the birthplace of The Tennis Championships at Wimbledon. In the hallowed grounds of Centre Court, where tennis history has been written time and again, a surprising discovery once took place. Amidst the pristine grass, a humble dandelion dared to bloom, reminding us that even in the midst of grandeur, nature finds its way. The iconic Wimbledon tennis complex stands as a testament to excellence in sports architecture. From an aerial view, Centre Court and Number 1 Court reveal their majestic presence within the All-England Club (All England Lawn Tennis). It's no wonder that these courts have witnessed some of the most unforgettable moments in tennis history. Who could forget John McEnroe's infamous outburst during his match here in 1981? His exclamation "You Cannot Be Serious. " became etched into Wimbledon folklore forever. Another legendary figure who graced these courts was Arthur Ashe. In 1975, he triumphed over Jimmy Connors in four sets during an electrifying men's singles final at Wimbledon. Ashe's victory symbolized more than just sporting prowess; it represented breaking barriers for African-American athletes worldwide. Artistic expressions also find their place within the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Captivating artworks adorn its walls, paying homage to both sport and culture—a fusion that defines Wimbledon's unique identity. Even amidst all seriousness on court or artistic endeavors off-court, there are moments when playfulness takes center stage. William Heath Robinson captured this spirit perfectly with his whimsical illustration titled "Playtime at Wimbledon, " showcasing laughter-filled scenes behind-the-scenes at this prestigious event. Beyond tennis itself lies a charming town named after this renowned sporting event.