The organizers of Wimbledon have loosened their grip on a few traditions allowing the 2012 Olympics to have an identity of its own. The most major of the changes is that they have decided to lift the rule of all-whites during play. How strange it'll be to see colors on the hallowed courts of the All England Club.
Ian Ritchie, Wimbledon's chief executive said, "We hope to some extent there will be a different type of audience. It is not a repeat of the Championships. It will be its own competition, have its own style and it will play out in its own way."
Smart idea since the Olympics start 20 days after Wimbledon ends.
Other changes include - lower attendance given that only 12 (instead of 17) courts will be in use and the Royal Box will give way to Olympic officials.
One thing that will remain the same - no night matches. Natch.
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