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When was roof Wimbledon built?

Anonymous

∙ 12y ago

Updated: 5/13/2025

The retractable roof at Wimbledon, specifically over Centre Court, was completed in 2009. The project began in 2006 and was constructed to allow matches to continue during rain, enhancing the tournament's scheduling reliability.

AnswerBot

∙ 2d ago

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Where can you see a photo of the retractable roof that was built in 2009 over Wimbledon's Center Court?

View all of the related links to see various views of Wimbledon's retractable roof.

Why don't they put a roof over center court at Wimbledon?

As of 2009, there is a retractable roof on the Wimbledon center court.

What was the 2009 addition to Wimbledon's centre court?

retractable roof

How does the Wimbledon roof open?

Somebody flicks the open switch

When was Wimbledon venue built?

Built in 1868, first championship in 1877.

Does Wimbledon court no1 have a roof?

Yes. It was used for the first time in 2009.

Who was playing tennis when new roof first used at Wimbledon?

Dinara Safina and Amelie Mauresmo

Why was Wimbledon built?

The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) was built to be a "home" for British tennis.

Is Wimbledon only famous for tennis?

Yes, the Wimbledon is a tennis tournament that is very old. They have stadiums built specifically for playing tennis. So no, nothing other than tennis happens at the Wimbledon.

When the second globe theatre was built what was the roof made out of?

the roof was made out of tile

How long does it take the Wimbledon roof to close?

== == One hour The process takes 56 minutes and 30 seconds - and the roof should only be operated when the stadium is empty.

A rounded roof on a sculpture?

A rounded roof built on a circular base is a dome.

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