Chris Evert unveils the exclusive perks of being a Wimbledon champion

Three-times Wimbledon champion Chris Evert discussed the unique benefits that come with winning the prestigious SW19 trophy during a BBC broadcast. The former world No. 1 was commenting on the final where Barbora Krejcikova defeated Jasmine Paolini.

Evert, now 69, accumulated 18 Grand Slam singles titles throughout her career, including three at Wimbledon. Speaking with English broadcast journalist Clare Balding, Evert surprised her by revealing the exclusive perks that former champions enjoy, such as free tickets to the tournament.

"It changes your life when you win Wimbledon," said Evert. "Unlike any other Grand Slam tournament, Wimbledon is so global. That was also the year I won with Jimmy Connors and we were engaged, so it was the love double, and I was getting twice the amount of press because of that,” the 3-times Wimbledon champion added.

“It was very front page! Everywhere. But you go down in history and you get to be a member of the All England Club. You get free members' tickets every single day. I still get free tickets every day, I love it!"

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"You didn't know that? I get two members' seats, and good seats! Everyone who wins this tournament." Balding, eager to find out more, exclaimed: "Oh my God, you must have more friends than anyone," to which Evert confirmed: "They pop up! They pop up out of nowhere."

Winning the Wimbledon title grants players automatic membership to the All England Club, placing them in an exclusive group of members. They are entitled to exclusive seats on Centre Court and have special access to tickets and club facilities.

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Founded in 1868, the club is limited to 500 full members, including lifetime and honorary members, chosen periodically by a committee. Members can also enjoy meals at the club and access the facilities to relax and socialize.

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