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Lawn Tennis Championship matches at Wimbledon

Vignettes showing scenes at Wimbledon in 1887, including several of the fifteen year old Miss Lottie Dod serving the ball in the year she first won the Championship. Lottie Dod (1871-1960) was an all-round sportswoman, tennis player and five times Wimbledon champion. Excelled in golf, hockey and archery as well as tennis. Won a silver medal in archery at the 1908 Olympics and was the youngest person ever to win a ladies singles title at Wimbledon. She is listed along with Babe Zaharias as being the most versatile female athlete in the Guinness Book of World Records

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1887 Champion Champions Championship Lawn Lottie Match Matches Personalities Player Players Sports Woman Tennis Title Vignettes Wimbledon


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Wimbledon Championships: A Journey Back in Time to the 1880s This photograph print transports us back to the historic grounds of Wimbledon, showcasing a series of vignettes from the 1887 Championships. Among the enchanting scenes, fifteen-year-old Lottie Dod, an all-round sportswoman and five-time Wimbledon champion, serves the ball in the year she first claimed the ladies' singles title. Born in 1871, Lottie Dod was an extraordinary athlete who excelled not only in tennis but also golf, hockey, and archery. Her versatility earned her a place in the Guinness Book of World Records, alongside Babe Zaharias, as the most versatile female athlete in history. In this photograph, Lottie gracefully serves the ball in her iconic white tennis attire, setting the stage for her remarkable career. The image is a testament to the rich history of Wimbledon and the unforgettable personalities that have shaped the sport. As we delve deeper into the scenes captured in this photograph, we are reminded of the evolution of tennis and the enduring spirit of competition that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. The 1880s may be long gone, but the legacy of Lottie Dod and her fellow champions lives on, inspiring new generations to reach for greatness on the tennis courts of Wimbledon.

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