WIMBLEDON

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Visiting Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum was an eye-opener for me – to know more about the sport as revealed stage by stage.

The museum is located at Museum Building, The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, Church Road, Wimbledon, London.

I know very little, in fact, “nil” about tennis – after a half-day visit to the museum – I kind of love it.

WRITER (L) POSING WITH STATUE OF WORLD FAMOUS TENNIS PLAYERS

One can embark on a stunning multi-dimensional tour of the tradition, triumphs, sights and sounds have made Wimbledon the move coveted title in tennis.

Highlight included – Championship Trophies, 200 degree Cinema with Matrix-style special effects capturing the Science of Tennis, Film and video footage in 'action' some of the most memorable tournament matches, a collection of tennis memorabilia dating back to 1555, museum gallery with celebrated cartoons and caricatures inspired by tennis. 

CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHIES ON  DISPLAY AT TENNIS MUSEUM

A 'ghost' of John McEnroe which appears right before the visitor's eye, watch as he speaks about the game and his well-known opponents in the very changing room he once used!

Visitors to the museum are welcome to explore the game's evolution from a garden party past time to a multi-million dollar professional sport played worldwide. One can also play with exciting interactives, easy-to-use touch screens, and audio guides in eight languages, to experience the artistry and athleticism that is modern tennis.

TENNIS RACKET AND TENNIS ATTIRES

Besides, visitors are encouraged to take the “Award-Winning Tours” of the grounds, led by specially trained Blue Badge Guides, and gain access to restricted areas normally closed to public. Included are – No. 1 Court, The Water Gardens (Henman Hill), The Press Interview Room, Access to Centre Court, Entrance to the Museum.

To end the tour, one can visit the Museum Shop to purchase a range of unique tennis gifts exclusive Championship merchandise – shirts, fleeces, caps, mugs, pens and key rings.

AUGUST 16, 2007