Tour of Wimbledon's lawns

Wimbledon is a fine mix of champagne, strawberries, sandwiches, sun, serves and volleys. The fabled grass courts have already seen some exciting tennis, but here's some non-sporting images from the All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club.

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A Pied Wagtail bird seen on the Centre Court grass at the All England Tennis Club. Pic/AFP

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Staff put the finishing touches to the All England Tennis Club. Pic/AFP

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Maria Sharapova trains at the All England Tennis Club. Pic/AFP

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Tennis fans rest awhile as they queue for tournament tickets at Wimbledon. Pic/AFPu00a0

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France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga lies on the court during a practice session. Pic/AFP

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Spain's Rafael Nadal sits at the side of the court after a practice session. Pic/AFP

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A member of the ground staff mows the grass on a court on the eve of a game. Pic/AFP