Wimbledon
Americannoun
noun
Usage
What is Wimbledon? Wimbledon is the popular name for the major tennis tournaments known as the Wimbledon Championships or simply The Championships. Wimbledon includes tournaments for both men and women. It’s known as one of the most famous and prestigious tennis events. It is held at the All England Lawn Tennis Club in Wimbledon, England, near London. Wimbledon is one of the four major tennis tournaments that are considered grand slam competitions, along with the French Open, the U. S. Open, and the Australian Open. It is an open tournament, meaning it is open to both professional players and amateurs who qualify. It is the only major tournament played on grass courts (as opposed to hard courts or clay).
Example Sentences
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"Sam played a pivotal role in getting us over the line, not only with that iconic goal at Grimsby but his performances leading up to that," said an AFC Wimbledon statement, external announcing his departue.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
John Terry, his former Chelsea team-mate, was among those who reached out to Hutchinson during his recovery, while the player was well enough to visit Wembley to watch AFC Wimbledon win promotion.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
"There is no-one as fit as Zverev, he is right up there," former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli said on BBC Radio 5 Live.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
Zverev really went toe-to-toe with Sinner at Wimbledon, and in New York, he got stronger as the tournament went on.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
Johnny had to start talking loudly about Wimbledon until the dismay faded from our faces.
From "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart
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