Wimbledon was first held in 1877. In those days, it was an amature event which only men could enter. Today both men and woman Professionals or amature can take part in the championship which is followed in the media by millions of people.
tennis players come from all over the world to complete hoping to win a trophy and a substantial amount of money. the prize for winning the gentlemen's singles championship Is a large silver gilt cup. the winner of the ladies's singles Gets a silver salver called the 'Rosewater dish'. there are also competitions in both men's and ladies doubles. the price are traditionally presented by the Duchess of Kent.
what makes Winbledon special is the tradition involved. it is the only international Tennis Tournament which is still played on grass, and the only competition open to both amateurs and professionals. the best tradition of all, though, is the spectators custom of eating strawberries and cream while they watch the tennis