Perhaps the biggest shock in Wimbledon history came in 1994, when unseeded Lori McNeil became the first player in the Open Era to defeat a defending major champion in the opening round, as she beat the great Steffi Graf in straight sets. At that time, the German had won three consecutive titles at the All England Club.

Wimbledon is the last Grand Slam to play 64 matches on its first day. That's worse for revenue, but better for tennis.