Wimbledon Collection (page 2)

Pete Sampras in action at Wimbledon 1995

PETE SAMPRAS BEATS TODD MARTIN AT THE WIMBLEDON SEMI FINALS JULY 1994 02 / 07 / 1994
PETE SAMPRAS BEATS TODD MARTIN AT THE WIMBLEDON SEMI FINALS JULY 1994 02/07/1994

The Linesman Who Snored at Wimbledon
A linesman disrupts play at Wimbledon by letting out a loud snore mid-point. 1928

Tennis player Captain A. F. Wilding in caricature
New Zealand tennis player, Anthony Frederick Wilding, Wimbledon Mens Champion in 1910, 1911, 1912 and 1913. His championship run came to an end in 1914 when he was beaten by Australian, N. E

Brighter Wimbledon by Alfred Leete
A suggestion by artist Alfred Leete at how much brighter and gayer Wimbledon would be if if all the players appeared in their native costume. Date: 1927

The Renshaw Twins
Champion tennis playing twins ERNEST (left, 1861 - 1899) and WILLIAM RENSHAW (1861 - 1904). William won Wimbledon 1881 - 1886 & 1889, Ernest in 1888. They won many doubles matches. Date: circa 1880

Bystander cover, Summer Number 1935
Gloriously colourful front cover of The Bystanders Summer Number featuring an athletic lady tennis playing enjoying a match on a suburban court

Yvon Petra playing tennis
Yvon Petra (1916-1984), French tennis player, winning the Mens Singles World Championship in 1946 at Wimbledon. He defeated the Australian Geoffrey Brown in the finals

Lawn Tennis Championship at Wimbledon 1887
A page of vignettes from the 1887 Wimbledon Championships in London SW19 including the champion H.F. Lawford, E. Renshaw, C.Cole and that years ladies winner taking centre page, Miss Lottie Dod

Greyhound Stadiums in London
Page from the Bystanders Greyhound Racing Number showing views of various greyhound tracks and stadiums mushrooming around the country during the 1920s and 30s

A. F. Wilding, Wimbledon Champion
Photograph of New Zealand tennis player, Anthony Frederick Wilding, Wimbledon Mens Champion in 1910, 1911, 1912 and 1913. His championship run came to an end in 1914 when he was beaten by Australian

Westfield House, Wimbledon (engraving)
6018840 Westfield House, Wimbledon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westfield House, Wimbledon)

Lawn tennis at Wimbledon 1877
Lawn tennis at Wimbledon - match for the inaugural Championship held in July 1877. 1877

Wimbledon House, the residence of Mrs Marriott (coloured engraving)
582054 Wimbledon House, the residence of Mrs Marriott (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wimbledon House, the residence of Mrs Marriott)

The last croquet game of the season (engraving)
614250 The last croquet game of the season (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The last croquet game of the season, at the All England Croquet Club)

Stefan Edberg wins Wimbledon 1988

Pat Cash at Wimbledon 1988

American tennis Player Don Budge in action during a Mens Singles match at Wimbledon in 1938. Budge went on to win the title after defeating Bunny Austin of Great Britain in the final. June 1938

Dick Savitt throws racket in air after winning the 1951 mens singles final against Ken McGregor on centre court

Fred Perry and Gottfried von Cramm before their match on centre court at the Wimbledon Championships 1931

Prossers Wooden Railway, Wimbledon Common, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Prossers Wooden Railway, Wimbledon Common, 1845....a System of Tram-ways composed entirely of Wood, which the inventor, Mr

The champion lawn tennis match: Mr. Hartley winning the cup for the second time
TENNIS: WIMBLEDON, 1880. The champion lawn tennis match: Mr. Hartley winning the cup for the second time. John Thorneycroft Hartley winning at Wimbledon, England in 1880. Contemporary wood engraving

Pete Sampras kisses trophy after victory at Wimbledon 1999 after beating Andre Agassi in the mens final at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships

The Woman Who Called It A Tennis Bat At Wimbledon! By Alfr
A humorous illustration in the style of H. M. Bateman of a lady making a social faux pas whilst watching a game of tennis at Wimbledon

Wimbledon 1888
Mens singles (unnamed players) at Wimbledon in 1888

Wimbledon Tennis Championships, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Model Aeroplanes 1930S
Playing with model aeroplanes on Wimbledon Common, London, England

Boris Becker Tennis and Steffi Graf Tennis holding the winning trophies from the Wimbledon Tennis Championships

Oliver Reed not wearing his wig at his home in Wimbledon, South West, London. 29th November 1970. Oliver Reed, at this time, was filming The Devils, a Ken Russell film

ANDRE AGASSI AND GIRLFRIEND WENDY STEWART IN THE WIMBLEDON TENNIS 1992 FINAL - 06/07/1992

Mary Pierce shows her knickers during her first round match at Wimbledon

The Camp at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving)
1575632 The Camp at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of the Camp and Wimbledon. Dated 1870); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Firing Point at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving)
1575617 A Firing Point at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicts women watching guns being shot at Wimbledon. Dated 1870); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Tea-time at the Camp at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving)
1575607 Tea-time at the Camp at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicts tea-time at the camp in Wimbledon. Dated 1870); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The English Eight- Winners of the Elcho Shield at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving)
1575697 The English Eight- Winners of the Elcho Shield at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicts the eight winners of the Elcho Shield at Wimbledon)

Portrait of William Marshall
672600 Portrait of William Marshall; (add.info.: W C Marshall (born 1849) lost the very first Wimbledon tennis final (1877) to Spencer Gore 6-1, 6-2, 6-4, Woodbury); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Croquet Tournament at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving)
1575593 Croquet Tournament at Wimbledon, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of the all England Tournament at Wimbledon. Dated 1870); Universal History Archive/UIG.

ARANTXA SANCHEZ VICARIO AT WIMBLEDON JULY 1994 06 / 07 / 1994
ARANTXA SANCHEZ VICARIO AT WIMBLEDON JULY 1994 06/07/1994

Ann Haydon Jones and husband Philip Jones attend a Wimbledon tennis celebration dance at a Park Lane hotel. 8th July 1967

Bille Jean King and husband Larry King attend a Wimbledon tennis celebration dance at a Park Lane hotel. 8th July 1967

John McEnroe v Andre Agassi, Wimbledon Mens Semi-Final, Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon, Saturday 4th July 1992. The match was delayed one day due to the court being waterlogged by rain which completely

Jimmy Connors v John McEnroe, Wimbledon Mens Semi Final, Thursday 30th June 1977. 1974 Champion Jimmy Connors beat qualifier John McEnroe in four sets (6-3, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4). Our Picture Shows

Oliver Reed wearing his wig at his home in Wimbledon, South West, London. 29th November 1970. Oliver Reed, at this time, was filming The Devils, a Ken Russell film

Balls Girls at Wimbledon Tennis for the first time on day one of Wimbledon 1977. A ball girl jumps into action during a match on an outside court at Wimbledon, 1977

Peter Wilson, Mirror Sports Journalist at Wimbledon, 22nd June 1971

Sue Barker Tennis player sitting on grass holding tennis racket at Wimbledon

Betty Ann Stuart Tennis Player Wimbledon July 1979 playing in the mixed doubles with Ross Case shows off the message " Watch It" on her knickers

Linda Siegal Wimbledon Tennis Championships June 1979 had a very embarassing afternoon at Wimbledon Her Very revealing dress became a bit to revealing towards the end of her match with Billie Jean

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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.