Wimbledon 2025: The End of Line Judges and Their Legacy
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Summary
The article discusses the absence of line judges at Wimbledon 2025, a first in the tournament's history. It reflects on the motivations and experiences of past line judges, such as free sandwiches and the prestige of the role, despite minimal financial compensation. The piece questions whether the tradition of line judging will be missed in the modern era.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThomas Sweeney's first incentive to become a line judge was the offer of a free sandwich.
Pauline Eyre, who called the lines at Wimbledon for 16 years, some natty blazers and the chance to buy tickets for the tournament were the main recompense for work she had to take annual leave to do.
Nowadays the best officials might earn up to £200 a day plus expenses.
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