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The oldest and most traditional of tennis tournaments has had a facelift.
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They stilluse grass courts, and players must continue to wear white.
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But at least Centre Court,where most of the big matches take place, will be sheltered from the worst of theBritish weather.
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The organisers have spent millions of dollars building a retractableroof.
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So no more damp dismal days for fans and players on the main court.The innovation has been welcomed by the leading players.
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Roger Federer will behoping for an uninterrupted run towards a record breaking 15th Grand Slam title.
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Histask has been made easier by the withdrawal of the man who wrestled the Wimbledontitle from him 12 months ago in an epic final.
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Rafael Nadal's dodgy knees have stoppedhim from taking part.
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Britain's obsession with finding a men's champion for the firsttime in 73 years rests on the shoulders of Andy Murray.
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He's ranked number three inthe world and is considered to have a genuine chance.
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