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Why do players wear white at Wimbledon?
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What is the longest match in Wimbledon history?
The 2010 first-round match between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut lasted 11 hours and 5 minutes over three days, with Isner winning 70-68 in the fifth set.
How many times has Roger Federer won Wimbledon?
Roger Federer has won the gentlemen's singles title at Wimbledon eight times (2003-2007, 2009, 2012, 2017), the most in the Open Era.
What is the Royal Box?
The Royal Box at Centre Court seats approximately 74 guests, including members of the British royal family, dignitaries, and other distinguished guests invited by the All England Club.
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Wimbledon uses a unique seeding formula that considers both ATP/WTA rankings and grass-court performance, with a committee making final adjustments for the gentlemen's singles.
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Since 2009, Centre Court and No. 1 Court have retractable roofs that allow play to continue during rain. Other courts may have matches suspended or rescheduled.
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