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The Boodles is an annual five-day grass-court tennis exhibition tournament held in June at Stoke Park in Buckinghamshire, England, before Wimbledon. Founded in 2002, it’s an exhibition event designed to give top professional players grass-court practice in a relaxed, luxurious atmosphere, similar to an “English garden party” with world-class tennis. Notable past and present participants include Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, and Andrey Rublev.Â
Key features
- Purpose:Â To provide high-level grass-court practice for professional players in the lead-up to Wimbledon.
- Atmosphere:Â It’s a luxury event with a relaxed, social feel, described as a blend of a high-end garden party and a tennis tournament. Spectators can enjoy champagne and food in a beautiful setting.
- Location:Â Stoke Park Country Club, Buckinghamshire, England.
- Surface:Â Grass courts.
- Format:Â A five-day exhibition tournament where players get match practice, often playing at least three matches.
- Attendees:Â Features top-ranked players, including ATP and WTA Tour professionals.
- History:Â Founded in 2002 by tennis agent Patricio Apey, in coordination with the luxury jeweller Boodles.Â
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