1957 Wimbledon Championships

  • Australian Championships
  • International French Tennis Championships
  • Wimbledon Championships
  • U.S. National Championships

The 71st edition of the Wimbledon Championships took place in 1957 on the grounds of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on Church Road instead.

Queen Elizabeth II visited the tournament for the first time. She handed Althea Gibson, the first black title holder, the winner's trophy.

Men's Singles

Lew Hoad defeated in the finals Ashley Cooper, defending his title.

Women's Singles

In the women's Althea Gibson won against Darlene Hard.

Men's doubles

In the men's doubles Althea Gibson and Darlene Hard were victorious.

Women Doubles

Althea Gibson and Darlene Hard won the title in women's doubles.

Mixed

In mixed Darlene Hard and Mervyn Rose won.

Source

  • J. Barrett: Wimbledon: The Official History of the Championships. Harper Collins Publishers, London 2001, ISBN 0-00-711707-8.
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