Rufus patrols the sky above the courts most mornings to deter local pigeons from nesting in the stadium roof and distracting players during matches.

In the 1880s, sweat stains on colored clothing were considered highly improper in polite society. The rule remains so strict today that it even applies to undergarments.

Grass is softer than clay or hard surfaces, absorbing the ball's impact to keep the bounce low. This forces players to stay lower to the ground to return fast shots.

Viewers watching on color televisions struggled to track the traditional white balls, which easily blended in with the grass court's white chalk lines.