150 years of Wimbledon: how the main tennis jubilee of the century is preparing Exactly one year from now, in July 2027, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club will open its gates for the jubilee, 150th Wimbledon tournament. What began in 1877 as a modest competition of 22 amateurs on the grass court at Worple Road has transformed into the main tennis temple of the planet over a century and a half. Wimbledon is preparing for its semi-centennial anniversary thoroughly — not only as a sporting event but also as a grand festival that should unite traditions, innovations, and memories of great heroes. What is happening behind the scenes of the preparation and what will the audience see in the summer of 2027? The Hill that Will Grow by a Fifth Perhaps no place at Wimbledon evokes as much nostalgia and excitement as the famous grassy hill at Court No. 1. Thousands of ticketless fans, spreading blankets on the grass, have followed matches on a huge screen for years, sipping cream on strawberries and experiencing every serve. Initially, it was called the "Henman Hill" in honor of the British Tim Henman, who reached the semifinals four times but never won the title. Then, after Andy Murray's triumphs, the hill was unofficially renamed in honor of the Scot. Now this legendary area is coming alive in a new form. In April 2025, the All England Club officially announced plans for a major reconstruction of the hill. Work will begin immediately after the tournament ends in 2026, and by July 2027, the renovated hill will welcome its first guests. What exactly will change? The capacity of the hill will increase by 20 percent, meaning that even more fans will be able to enjoy the unique atmosphere. New low retaining walls will be built to provide additional seating, and most importantly, the visibility of the screen will be significantly improved by changing the slope of the existing tiers. Special attention is paid to accessibility. Ramps and special routes for wheelchai ... Read more