I am watching a programme on BBC showing historic moments at this wonderful tournament. It reminded me of so many occasions where I have watched on TV.
My Nan loved tennis, my Granddad grew up in Wimbledon and was a ball boy, so I have been told, so I was brought up watching and getting very excited since the seventies. In my last job I had an agreement with my manager that if GB got through to QF's, SF's or indeed the final that she would allow me to last minute book half a day annual leave then race home to watch. Invariably I would end up disappointed!
Nan's favorite player was Jimmy Connors, me as a kid and present day John McEnroe. I love his game, his fiery temperament, the theatre. I had a huge crush on Boris Becker. I was that sort of age. I could barely watch Tim Henman. Andy Murray is such an exciting player and I hope he does well again this year. As I am currently out of work I can watch the whole fortnight for the first time if I can sit still long enough.
Strawberries and cream for tea tonight!

Enjoy if you are watching.