History of Tennis: The Grand Slams

This video explores the history and formation of the four major tennis tournaments known as the Grand Slams: Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open. It covers the origins, key historical developments, and the evolution of each tournament, highlighting significant changes and milestones. The video also discusses the current schedule and order of these prestigious events.

Which year marked the first ever lawn tennis tournament at Wimbledon?

• 1877

• 1881

• 1905

• 1891

What was the original purpose of the club where Wimbledon was first held?

• Cricket

• Rugby

• Croquet

• Golf

Where was the US Open first played?

• Newport Casino

• Westside Tennis Club

• Philadelphia Cricket Club

• Flushing Meadows

Who won the first seven consecutive US Opens?

• Richard Sears

• Bill Tilden

• Fred Perry

• Spencer Gore

When did the French Open become open to all players?

• 1968

• 1928

• 1925

• 1924

What significant change occurred at the French Open in 1968?

• It moved to a new location

• It became an open tournament

• It was first held

• It was renamed Roland Garros

In which year was the Australian Open first held?

• 1924

• 1877

• 1881

• 1905

What was the original name of the Australian Open?

• Australian Championships

• Australasia Championships

• Melbourne Open

• Sydney Open

Which Grand Slam is played first in the calendar year?

• Wimbledon

• Australian Open

• US Open

• French Open

In which month is the US Open typically held?

• January

• May

• July

• August