2 days Ago By Benjamin Jackson
Is anyone up for a spot of tennis this weekend, as Wimbledon 2024 continues? Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Luton Today, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you. One of the world’s biggest sporting events, watched by millions the world over, is coming up to its first weekend (July 6-7 2024), with those who couldn’t attend for work reasons expected to increase the amount of footfall around North London . Advertisement Advertisement With that comes an increased demand for food and drink, despite how costly it may seem, with champagne and Pimms the drink “du jour” throughout the fortnight the championships run each year.
That’s got to be a lot of back bar work for the diligent staff working the tournament, right? Actually, how many people do work during the championships owing to the nearly half-million people that attend each year? Someone has to ensure the grounds are kept clean alongside the diligent work of ball boys and girls. Ever one to call myself a “ treasure trove of pub quiz knowledge ,” no matter how useless it may seem at times, I’ve taken a look at some of the facts and figures that you might get asked at the pub or venue you frequent next time around. So if you ever wanted to know who the oldest person to win Wimbledon that isn’t just the open/modern era, this one might be for you.
Advertisement Advertisement A total of 54,250 tennis balls are reported to be used each year throughout Wimbledon, with Slazenge.
