I WONDER - Were Tennis Balls Always Yellow?

The video discusses the invention of the first tennis ball by Charles Goodyear in the 1850s, initially made entirely of rubber. To improve durability, the balls were later covered in flannel. In 1986, Wimbledon introduced the neon yellow ball for better visibility on TV.

Who was responsible for inventing the first tennis ball?

• Nikola Tesla

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Charles Goodyear

• Thomas Edison

What was the primary material used in the original tennis ball?

• Rubber

• Plastic

• Wood

• Leather

Why were the original rubber tennis balls covered in flannel?

• To make them look more attractive

• To prevent them from wearing down

• To increase their weight

• To make them bounce higher

In what year did Wimbledon start using neon yellow tennis balls?

• 1976

• 1996

• 1986

• 2006

What was the reason for switching to neon yellow tennis balls at Wimbledon?

• To improve visibility for TV viewers

• To make the balls more durable

• To match the color of the court

• To reduce production costs