WIMBELDON LEANDER PAES

The history of the tournament dates back to 1877 when a field of 22 players competed for the trophy in the All England Croquet and Lawn tennis club for the gentlemen's singles.

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The finals were attended by roughly 200 spectators (All men, since women, didn't have permission to enter the club). In 1884, a women's championship was introduced at Wimbledon. Mixed doubles and women's doubles were inaugurated in 1913.

The All England Croquet Club was founded in July 1868 but being without a ground, the Club Croquet Championships were held at Crystal Palace in 1869. Late that year the Worple Road ground was secured and formally opened in 1870.

When in 1877 the inaugural Lawn Tennis Championship was held, the title of the Club was amended to The All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club. Gradually, interest in croquet declined and by the end of 1882 participation had ceased and Croquet was removed from the Club's title.

Wimbledon Championships, by name of AllEngland Championships, internationally known tennis championship played annually in London at Wimbledon in late June and early July. The tournament is one of the four annual "Grand Slam" tennis events along with the Australian, French, and U.S. Opens and is the only one still played on natural grass.

Leander Paes

Leander Adrian Paes is a legend in his own  right. Racking up some staggering numbers in his 25-year career, the Indian tennis star has carved a niche for himself amongst the all time greats.

Leander Paes, (born June 17, 1973, Goa, India), Indian tennis player who was one of the most successful doubles players in tennis history, with 8 career Grand Slam doubles titles and 10 career Grand Slam mixed doubles championships.