Wimbledon remain, in the collective imagination, a seraphic fortnight that transcends the history of sport.This year the tournament will see its first edition after the retirement of Roger Federer and Serena Williams from tennis.
There will be no Rafael Nadal, who should return to the court in 2024.Compared to last season, the ban on Russian and Belarusian tennis players has been removed, so, they will be able to compete again on the lawns of the All England Club.And talking about Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, the Spaniard and the Swiss played the epic Wimbledon 2008 final.
Rafa improved considerably over the years on grass-courts, and that year he won his first historical London title by beating his nemesis at the end of an exciting, dramatic and balanced match, with the final score of 6-4 6-4 6-7(5) 6-7(8) 9-7.Wimbledon has witnessed more than a century of great matches, unforgettable rivalries and moments that will remain forever in the memory of fans of the Game.
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