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The Tennis History Conference 'Trailblazers in Tennis'

The All England Lawn Tennis Club welcomes you to join tennis history enthusiasts from around the world for a day of presentations, panel discussions and networking on Tuesday, 9 December 2025. This year, we celebrate the groundbreaking achievements of Arthur Ashe and Billie Jean King, commemorating the 50th anniversary of their historic victories at Wimbledon in 1975.

Under the inspiring theme "Trailblazers in Tennis", our programme explores the individuals, innovations, and movements that have profoundly shaped the sport and created a lasting legacy. Engage in thought-provoking discussions on vital topics such as LGBT tennis pioneers, the role of female umpires and officials, tennis segregation, and the dynamic interplay between technology, media, and our beloved sport.

Our lineup of distinguished keynote speakers includes a panel of pioneering female umpires, the influential voices from The Tennis Podcast, as well as wheelchair tennis champions Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid, who will share their unique insights and experiences.

We are eager to welcome you to this landmark event, where you can connect with fellow enthusiasts, partake in insightful discussions, and explore the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, Centre Court, and the world's largest tennis library.

Mark your calendars – the conference will run from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with a light lunch provided. Don't miss this chance to be part of a historic celebration of tennis! We look forward to welcoming you to Wimbledon in December.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch by emailing museum@aeltc.com.

Follow #TennisHistoryConference, @WimbledonMuseum for further event updates as well as a behind the scenes look at the Museum collections and information on our upcoming exhibits.

If you can't make it to the conference, don't miss out on an exciting opportunity to connect with us year-round. Book a tour at Wimbledon. Additionally, you can explore our collection of tennis memorabilia online by visiting Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum Collections Online.

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