TV Guide: Wimbledon

Video: 'Wimbledon' - Trailer No. 1

AOL Moviefone — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 08:16:39 -0400

A British tennis player, past the prime of his career, aspires one last time to reclaim his past glory during England's premier tournament. He finds help with his game and a little romance with a rising American star (Kirsten Dunst). -

Video: Wimbledon

Video Detective — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 01:04:40 -0400

Directed by Richard Loncraine, Wimbledon follows the plight of aspiring tennis-star Peter Colt (Paul Bettany), whose bad luck seems to manifest itself just about everywhere. Professionally, Peter is near the very bottom of the world tennis ranks, and personally, he can't find love despite his best efforts to do so. In a rare turn of events, however, Peter is chosen as a wildcard to play at Wimbledon, the tennis world's most prestigious competition. While there, he meets American tennis ing nue Lizzie Bradbury (Kirsten Dunst), and his confidence on the court and off improves tenfold as he falls further in love with her. Driven by his newfound luck, Peter climbs to the top of the tournament players at record speed, until he actually has a fighting chance of winning the men's singles title -- the question is whether or not his good fortune will hold out long enough for him to get the trophy. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide.

Video: Wimbledon 2005 - Official Film

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:33 -0400

The 2005 Official film will highlight the best and memorable moments from the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, and saw Roger Federer defeat Andy Roddick. Venus Williams defeated Lindsay Davenport to win her third Wimbledon singles title despite being the lowest-ranked seed in history to do so.

Video: Legends of Wimbledon - Pete Sampras

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:32 -0400

One of the greatest tennis players of all time, Pete Sampras has won the men's singles titles at Wimbledon seven times. This film examines Sampras' domination of the Centre Court.

Video: 2007 Mens Finals - Federer vs. Nadal

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:23 -0400

After nearly a fortnight of grueling matches at the All England Club all attention turned to center court for the 2007 Wimbledon Men's final in which Switzerland's Roger Federer faced Spain's Rafael Nadal. Federer, the number one player in the world, was looking for his fifth consecutive singles title at Wimbledon. Federer faced a familiar foe in Rafael Nadal, the number two ranked player in the world and his opponent in three previous Grand Slam finals.

Video: Legends of Wimbledon - John McEnroe

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:21 -0400

A look at the player you either love or hate, John McEnroe. McEnroe was and still is a genius, a champion who introduced a level of tennis that at his best was a sublime example of the game. In this programme, John McEnroe gives a rare insight into his most memorable moments at Wimbledon.

Video: Legends of Wimbledon - Billie Jean King

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:18 -0400

Billie Jean's contribution to Wimbledon during the late 60s and early 70s and the influence she had on the tennis world was, and is, immense.

Video: Legends of Wimbledon - Bjorn Borg

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:12 -0400

This is a unique insight into one of the all-time greats of men's tennis. Including interviews with many of Bjorn Borg's playing contemporaries and associates.

Video: Men's Singles Final - Ashe vs. Connors

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:10 -0400

Jimmy Connors, a self-taught player from Illinois, had won Wimbledon, the US Open and Australian Open. During the 1975 Wimbledon Championship, he looked invincible as he made his way to the final without losing a set. The 32 year-old Arthur Ashe seemed past his prime and unlikely to defeat Connors, who had beaten him in their last three encounters. But Ashe proved to be anything but an easy opponent and became a part of Wimbledon history.

Video: Ladies' Singles Final - Navratilova vs. Evert

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:06 -0400

The 1978 Ladies' Singles Final between Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert produced an absorbing match between these two great rivals. There could not have been two more contrasting characters at Wimbledon, as the fiery Navratilova clashed with her friend, "ice maiden" Chris Evert. The stage was set for an enthralling contest, with Evert winning four games in a row. But Navratilova recovered to win the first of her many Wimbledon titles.

Video: Men's Singles Final - Borg vs. McEnroe

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:03 -0400

Relive one of the most exciting finals - and tennis rivalries - in Wimbledon history. The five exhausting sets between these two competitors is something they would never forget - neither would the fans. Borg's legendary top-spin became the topic of discussion, as he battled John McEnroe for the Championship.

Video: Ladies' Singles Final - Graf vs. Novotna

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:02 -0400

1993 was the anniversary of the one hundredth Ladies' Singles Championship at Wimbledon. Defending champion Steffi Graf had her sights on a fifth Wimbledon title after her French Open victory. Underdog Jana Novotna's impressive run saw her defeat the No. 2 seed Martina Navratilova on Centre Court in the semifinal. The centenary Ladies' Final was packed with drama and charged with emotion as Jana, who played some of the best tennis of her life, against Graf.

Video: Men's Singles Final - Ivanisevic vs. Rafter

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:01 -0400

Croatia's Goran Ivanisevic came into The Championship as a wild card who was not expected to go further than one or two rounds. But by Men's Final day, Ivanisevic had defeated Andre Agassi and Britain's Tim Henman. Pat Rafter, the No. 3 seed, reached his second Wimbledon final after a dramatic semifinal against Agassi. The crowd that had queued overnight for their encounter were not disappointed, as Rafter battled Ivanisevic in an epic and emotional Wimbledon Championship Final.

Video: Men's Singles Semifinal - Agassi vs. Rafter

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:01:00 -0400

Few people can provide the kind of match Andre Agassi and Patrick Rafter played on Centre Court at the Wimbledon 2000 semifinal. Agassi, grand-slam winner on all four surfaces, had a tough time countering Rafter's masterful volleys and skill at the net. Rafter's confidence and stunning half volleys helped him win the first set at 7-5. Always the showman, Agassi fought back in this epic semifinal in the last 25 minutes to win a place against the masterful Pete Sampras.

Video: Wimbledon 2006 - Official Film

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:00:59 -0400

The 2006 Official film will highlight the best and memorable moments from the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, with top seed Roger Federer defeating Rafael Nadal for his fourth consecutive title and Amelie Mauresmo overcoming Justine Henin-Hardenne for her first Wimbledon crown.

Video: Men's Singles Final - Borg vs. McEnroe

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:00:57 -0400

With his icy demeanor, five-time Wimbledon champion Bjorn Borg's rivalry with the explosive John McEnroe held a magnetic appeal for tennis fans all over the world. Their 1981 encore on the Centre Court stage was no less anticipated, as Borg was still No. 1 despite having lost to McEnroe in the 1980 US Open. Borg was expected to extend his awesome record of five successive Wimbledon titles to six, but McEnroe, seeded No. 2, toppled his arch-rival with inimitable flair in this classic match.

Video: Men's Singles Semifinal - Borg vs. Gerulaitis

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:00:56 -0400

There have been many legendary encounters during Wimbledon's illustrious history, but none was more memorable than this semifinal match between Vitas Gerulaitis and his long-time friend - and reigning champion - Bjorn Borg. Gerulaitis' task was daunting, as Borg had won his first Wimbledon title the year before, without losing a single set. For fans, this Centre Court match proved to be the most entertaining three hours of the Wimbledon Championships.

Video: 2007 Ladies Finals - Bartoli vs. Williams

iTunes — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 09:00:55 -0400

The sun was shining on center court at the All England Club as French-woman Marion Bartoli faced American Venus Williams in the Ladies Final of the 2007 Wimbledon Championships. Seeded 18th in the tournament, the young Bartoli upset the number one player in the world en route to her first appearance in a Grand Slam Final. Williams, the 23rd seed, upset the world Number 2 in the fourth round and was looking for her fourth career Wimbledon title.