Wimbledon: From Tennis Action To Courtside Fashion

By (author) Bumpus, Jessica
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A celebration of the greatest moments at the world''s most prestigious tennis championship, from dramatic sporting moments to notable outfit choices both on and off the court.

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A celebration of the greatest moments at the world''s most prestigious tennis championship, from dramatic sporting moments to notable outfit choices both on and off the court.

Since its inception in 1887, Wimbledon has become the most prestigious tennis championship in the world. But it''s much more than a sporting spectacle - it''s also one of the most highly anticipated events in the celebrity calendar, providing everyone from royals to Hollywood A-listers with the perfect backdrop to show off their latest sartorial looks.

This book is a carefully curated collection of the most notable and dramatic on-court moments, as well as memorable celebrity and fashion moments. Relive the longest match in Wimbledon history, the 2002 Williams vs Williams final and Andy Murray''s momentous win, and scrutinise an array of celebrity outfits, from Zendaya''s striking suits to a roster of outfits worn by the Princess of Wales.

Illustrated throughout with photographs, it''s the perfect gift for fans of Wimbledon as both a sporting and a lifestyle event.

Biographical note:
Jessica Bumpus is a freelance fashion journalist and the former Fashion Features Editor of British Vogue online. She is a Contributing Editor to THE WEEK Fashion and writes for titles including the International New York Times, Konfekt and ELLE US, among others. Her work can also be seen in NYLON, Harper''s Bazaar and CNN Style. She was shortlisted for Fashion and Beauty Freelance Writer of the Year 2021 and has been a guest on radio and TV.
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A celebration of the world''s most popular tennis championship.
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Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world. In 2023, there were 54.3 million streams across BBC iPlayer and various other sports platforms and, on average, each day, there are 39,000 spectators physically present at the tournament.
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Illustrated with full colour photographs showcasing the tournament''s history.
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Cover finish: pantone.