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Which of the following statements accurately describes the origins of modern tennis in the UK and its most famous tournament?

  1. It evolved in England in the late 19th century, and its premier tournament is the Wimbledon Championships.Answer
  2. B
    It originated in Scotland in the 18th century, and its most famous tournament is The Open Championship.
  3. C
    It evolved in England in the late 19th century, leading to the establishment of Royal Ascot as its premier tournament.
  4. D
    It was developed in the 18th century, and the first Wimbledon championship took place shortly after in 1750.

Answer

The statement that modern tennis evolved in England in the late 19th century, and its premier tournament is the Wimbledon Championships.
Modern tennis evolved in England in the late 19th century. The first tennis club was founded in Leamington Spa in 1872, and the most famous tournament hosted in Britain is The Wimbledon Championships, which first took place in 1877.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the correct historical period and location for the evolution of modern tennis.
Modern tennis evolved in England during the late 19th century.
This establishes the foundational facts regarding the sport's origins.
2
Identify the premier UK sporting event associated with tennis.
The Wimbledon Championships is the most famous tennis tournament hosted in the UK.
This connects the sport to its corresponding major national event.
3
Evaluate the options to find the one that correctly combines both facts.
The option stating it evolved in England in the late 19th century with Wimbledon as its premier tournament is the only entirely factual statement.
Other options contain historical inaccuracies or mix up tennis with other sports like golf or horse racing.

Key Concept

Origins of modern tennis and the Wimbledon Championships
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