On what type of surface is the Wimbledon tennis championship played?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Grass
- Step 1: Wimbledon has been held since 1877 and is played on outdoor grass courts; it is the only tennis major still played on grass, the traditional surface. Answer: Grass. Why not the others: None of these fit: Clay; Concrete; Sand.
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