On Sunday 17 May Wimbledon's Centre Court opened its doors to the public for 'A Centre Court Celebration'. This event was the first chance for The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) to test the bowl conditions with the retractable roof over Centre Court.

The new roof is part of major redevelopments at Wimbledon, designed by Populous.

The capacity crowd of 15,000 enjoyed a day of performances from singing sensations Katherine Jenkins, Faryl Smith and Blake. Star tennis players Andre Agassi, Tim Henman, Stefi Graf and Kim Clijsters all competed in matches beneath the closed roof. The new roof received the approval of players and spectators alike.

See some of the press coverage here:

     Centre Court covers up as Wimbledon roof launches new era

     A cover-up at Wimbledon's renowned Centre Court

     Wimbledon's Centre Court roof

     Wimbledon roof closes to open up a whole new world

     Going under cover beats being under the weather

     Stars play under Wimbledon roof

For further information please contact
Sophie Therouanne at Populous (London)
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8874 7666
Facsimile: +44 (0)20 8874 7470
 
Email media@populous.com

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