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World Service,5 mins

Wimbledon Makes History With Wheelchair Singles

Today At Wimbledon

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On Thursday 7 July 2016, after a 130 year wait, the All England Club began competition in the men's and women's wheelchair singles. Wheelchair doubles has been played at the Championships since 2001, but 2016 is the first year in which singles has been included. Listen to thirteen-time Grand Slam champion in doubles and three-time Paralympic medallist Jiske Griffioen as she reacts to competing in this historic moment. (Image: Jiske Griffioen, credit: Getty Images)

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