By the Numbers: The 2008 Wimbledon Championships
Posted by Aaress Lawless on Jul 9, 2008 | Print |
One family emerged significantly richer after Wimbledon ended, and despite the increase in cost, over 25 tons of strawberries were consumed during the tournament.
Take a look at more facts and figures from Wimbledon before we close the book on the 2008 Championships.
$2,500,000 - Venus and Serena Williams’ combined prize money. (Approximate USD conversion)
475,812 - People attended the 2008 Championships at Wimbledon.
38 - Countries represented in the women’s draw.
54,200 - Slazenger balls used during the tournament.
58 - Aces served by Serena Williams.
30 - Double-faults served by eventual champion Venus Williams, the most of any player in the male or female draws.
18,191 - Mini tennis ball key-rings sold during the Grand Slam.
11.7 million - Visitors to the official Wimbledon website.
126 - Women’s matches played over the fortnight.
5,545 - Winners hit by the women’s draw.
127 mph - Fastest serve by Venus Williams, which set a new Wimbledon women’s record.
57 - Consecutive main draw appearances by Ai Sugiyama.
18 - Russian women in the main draw.
25 Metric Tons - Strawberries consumed during the Grand Slam.
8,600 - Ladies championship towels sold.
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Renzogelico | Jul 9, 2008 | Reply
The ” 38 countries represented in the women draw” is there twice
Aaress Lawless | Jul 9, 2008 | Reply
Thanks!
Aaress Lawless | Jul 9, 2008 | Reply
Will.I.AM, thanks for your help with the stat on Venus and Serena’s prize money! Appreciate it!
Will.I.AM | Jul 9, 2008 | Reply
No problem Aaress. It was my pleasure!