Some thoughts from the 2013 championship
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In the year that King Edward VIII abdicated, 1936, Fred Perry achieved his third consecutive victory at Wimbledon. Seventy-seven years later, in 2013 Andy Murray from Dunblane raised his game and beat the world No.1, Serbian Novak Djokovic in straight sets. Don't misunderstand me when I say straight sets - yes it was straight sets, however it was a tough battle in which Djokovic was not willing to hand victory over easily - methinks he'll be back... Of course Virginia Wade won the Wimbledon Ladies' final in 1977 - a fact that I have not heard in the recent media explosion. Thank you to Iain for the gentle reminder.
On day one we watched Spaniard Rafael Nadal play Belgian Steve Darcis. The crowd watched on in disbelief as Darcis won in straight sets 7-6, 7-6, 6-4.
Day two was a little more predictable with defending champion Serena Williams winning comfortably over the world No.92 Mandy Minella from Luxembourg 6-1, 6-3. Djokovic saw off Germany's Florian Mayer in just under two hours, beating him 6-3, 7-5, 6-4.
Day three was another day with tales of the unexpected. Maria Sharapova, who was a victim to loss of traction on the grass and seemed to struggle with an injury, lost to 131st-ranked Portuguese Michelle Larcher de Brito, 6-3, 6-4. Defending champion Roger Federer went out against Ukraine's Sergiy Stakhovsky 6-7, 7-6, 7-5, 7-6. This was probably the most unexpected result of the tournament. Thankfully Andy Murray defeated Taiwanese Lu Yen-hsun 6-3, 6-3, 7-5.
Day four and Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro battled against Canadian Jesse Levine with some incredibly long rallies, but much like a well oiled machine, Del Potro fought hard and won 6-2, 7-6, 6-3. Bizarrely, Serena Williams v Caroline Garcia was a match that showed a number of surprising mistakes by the American World No.1 - this was an indication of what going to happen later in the tournament.
Day five saw breaks in the rain bringing caution to the game as the grass surface was not getting easier to play on. Spaniards David Ferrer and Roberto Bautista Agut fought hard, making it difficult to believe that there was a 56 place difference in their world rankings, with Ferrer at No.4 and Agut at No.60. Ferrer finally took victory 6-3, 3-6, 7-6, 7-5. Andy Murray played Tommy Robredo under the roof on Centre Court and got through to the next round in straight sets.
Day six, the final day of week one, included Frenchman Richard Gasquet v Australian Bernard Tomic with Tomic getting through 7-6, 5-7, 7-5, 7-6. German Sabine Lisicki v Australian Samantha Stosur was a tight match with just small margins making the difference, but the German made it through to the second week 4-6, 6-2, 6-1.
Day seven saw Novak Djokovic beat German Tommy Haas for a place in the quarter-finals 6-1, 6-4, 7-6. Another big surprise as Sabine Lisicki overcame the World No.1 and sixteen time Grand Slam winner Serena Williams to end her thirty-four match winning streak 6-2, 1-6, 6-4. World No.2 Andy Murray, in the form of his life, took on World No.26 Russian Mikhail Youzhny with some sublime tennis and Murray did enough to earn his place in the quarter-finals 6-4, 7-6, 6-1.
Day eight and the Ladies' quarter-finals were upon us and it wasn't just the weather hotting up. German Sabine Lisicki played Estonian Kaia Kanepi and won 6-3, 6-3. On Number One Court Marion Bartoli of France played American Sloane Stephens. Play was delayed by rain but Bartoli went on to win 6-4, 7-5. Belgian Kirsten Flipkens beat Czech Petra Kvitova 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam semi-final.
Day nine. The Men's quarter-finals. Andy Murray faced Spaniard Fernando Verdasco and a couple of dropped sets brought some concern but Murray prevailed and a late comeback sealed his place in the semi-final 4-6, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, 7-5. World No.8 Juan Martin Del Potro got past David Ferrer in spite of a leg injury 6-2, 6-4, 7-6. Poland's Jerzy Janowicz beat his compatriot Lukasz Kubot 7-5, 6-4, 6-4 and of course Djokovic beat Czech Tomas Berdych 7-6, 6-4, 6-3.
Day ten. Ladies' semi-finals. Sabine Lisicki beat Agnieszka Radwanska to get her place in the final 6-4, 2-6, 9-7. It was best described as a nail biting match but real value for tennis fans. Marion Bartoli beat Kirsten Flipkens in straight sets 6-1, 6-2. Bartoli was buzzing and demonstrated command despite an attempted fight back. Bartoli's place in the final was secured.
Day eleven. Men's semi-finals. Juan Martin Del Potro v Novak Djokovic was a show to savour. A close affair but Djokovic pushed harder to get his place in the final. 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3. A magnificent marathon match lasting 4 hours and 42 minutes. In a very close match Murray was victorious in his semi-final contest against the 6ft 8" Pole Jerzy Janowicz in four thrilling sets 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3.
Day twelve and darling of Centre Court Sabine Lisicki went into the Ladies' Final as favorite but hadn't counted on the onslaught that was soon to follow. Marion Bartoli had yet to drop a set in the championships. The pressure of playing in the final appeared to be taking its toll on Lisicki. Bartoli won the first set in just 30 minutes in spite of Lisicki's valiant fight back in the second set, Bartoli went on to win in straight sets 6-1,6-4.
Day thirteen. The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships Men's Final. Andy Murray v Novak Djokovic. Prime Minister David Cameron and First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond were amongst the celebrities in the Royal Box, this was a tense affair with an atmosphere that only a final at Wimbledon can create. With Murray in the final, it seemed like everyone had butterflies and yet there was an underlying feeling of optimism, a feeling that this was the time, the 77 year wait was about to end. No matter where in the world you are from, even if you are a Serb, no one could begrudge Britain this long awaited precious stone in her crown. "C'mon Andy!" repeated everywhere a million and more times. Andy took the opening game to massive applause. Murray climbed back time and time again. Once he had the second set the dream was turning into reality - he was about to do it. He won the third set and it seemed like no one, neither Andy nor any of his supporters, could quite believe it. 6-4, 7-5, 6-4.
An incredible effort and a just reward. Andy Murray - Wimbledon Champion 2013.
Templeton at Wimbledon
This year Templeton were delighted to offer the pinnacle of official hospitality facilities at both the Fairway Village and the Lakeview restaurant at Wimbledon Park Golf Club.
Wimbledon Typical Itinerary
10.30 am Facility opens for morning coffee
11.00 am Complimentary bar opens, Champagne & Pimms reception
11.30 am * Luncheon served with fine wines
1.00 pm * Play is scheduled to commence on Centre Court and No.1 Court
4.15 pm Afternoon Tea is served
5.45 pm Afternoon Tea service ends
7.30 pm Bar closes
8.00 pm Facility closes
* Commencement of Play on the Show Courts
Play is scheduled to commence at 1.00pm on all days, except on the last two days (scheduled for Ladies' & Mens' Finals) when play is scheduled to commence at 2.00pm - as such lunch will be served at 12.00pm on the last two days. Please note however that rain delays may necessitate play to commence earlier on some days, and if you wish to have an earlier lunch then please ask on arrival.
Debenture Tickets
Your reserved tickets for Centre Court or No.1 Court include debenture lounge badges.
VIP Security Pass
The enclosed VIP Security Pass will provide access into the Club House of the Wimbledon Park Golf Club. The pass should be readily produced when access is required.
Dress Code
Dress is smart, comfortable, casual wear. Jeans would be inappropriate.
Complimentary Transfers
The All England Club is a short stroll from the Club House, however for the benefit of guests we are pleased to provide golf buggy transfers throughout the day. The transfers take little more than 2 minutes.
Pass-outs
When you exit the All England Club to return to the Golf Club during the day pleas ensure you obtain a pass-out wristband.
To re-enter the grounds you will require your ticket and the appropriate wristband. Pass-out wristbands are available at most gates.
(At some gates a Hand-Stamp may be used instead of a wristband).
Afternoon Tea & Closing Time
Afternoon tea service ends at 5.45pm, after this time only beverages will be available.
The Wimbledon Lakeview Restaurant and Golf Club closes at 8.00pm.
Please ensure that you collect any personal belongings before this time.
The Wimbledon Lakeview Restaurant offers first-class catering by Michelin Star chef Angela Hartnett, overlooking the beautiful golf course & lake, and across to the All England Club.
Wimbledon Lakeview Restaurant
Typical MENU
Starter
Roasted Pollack
Celeriac and Baby Gem, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds and Chilli
Main
Beef Rib Eye
Rocket, Watercress, Horseradish Cream and Confit Potato
Dessert
Chocolate & Almond Tart
Salted Caramel Cream
Cheese
Daily Selection of Four Cheeses from La Fromagerie
Homemade Chutneys, Walnut and Raisin Bread
Coffee
Faire-trade Filter Coffee and Tisanes
Homemade Biscotti
Afternoon Tea
Daily Selection of Finger Sandwiches
Kentish Strawberries with Fresh Pouring Cream
Fruit Scones with Strawberry Preserve
and Cornish Clotted Cream
Daily Selection of Cakes
Fairway Village
Typical Menu
Starter
Parma Ham, Peach and Feta Cheese Salad
Herb oil
Severn and Wye Oak
Smoked Salmon
Watercress and crème fraîche
Fricassee of Wild Mushrooms
on a Thyme Baked Puff Pastry
A soft boiled quails egg and truffle dressing
Main Course
Char-grilled Sirloin Steak
Thyme and garlic roasted portobello mushroom
with buttered spinach, French fries and a
Bèarnaise sauce
Baked Cod
Torbay crab and butternut squash risotto, samphire
and a chive sauce
Pan-fried Halloumi
Honeyed tomato, baby spinach
and new potato salad
Seafood Tastng Plate (served cold)
Hot smoked salmon with guacamole
and red pepper dressing
Lobster with potato salad and garden leaves,
prawns and apple and fennel salad
Chilli crab in mouli on a mango salsa
Dessert
Hazelnut and Chocolate Praline
Brandy snap and chocolate mousse
Raspberry and Strawberry Eton Mess
Lemon and Ginger Cheesecake
Lemongrass sauce
White Wines
Brancott Estate
Sauvignon Blanc 2012
A complex array of white-fleshed stone
fruit, grapefruit and currant leaf dominates
with hints of lemongrass and red capsicum.
Riva Leone
Gavi 2011
Delicate with intense fruity and lemony
notes. Clean and fresh with a long lingering,
citrusy finish.
Red Wines
Brancott Estate
Pinot Noir 2011
The deep garnet red colour reflects the
depth of fragrance. Ripe, dark red berry and
stone fruit aromas are highlighted with
complex, spicy oak highlights and savoury
nuances.
Chateau Bonnet Reserve
Bordeaux Rouge 2008
Stylish, bursting with attractive red berry and
cherry notes together with some elegant
smokey flavours. It is ample and smooth.
Rosé
La Maglia Rosa
Pinot Grigio Blush 2010
This Pinot Grigio has a bit of sweetness to
make it soft and very easy-drinking. It also
has subtle flavours of raspberry
and strawberry.
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