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Wimbledon diary: Sinner’s mental metrics, elite queuing and gin-scented candles
Patience is required to do anything, except restringing rackets, while data gathering has gone to a new level
TL;DR
- Wimbledon's restringing facility processed a record 6,565 rackets last year, averaging nearly 500 per day.
- New 'mental' analysis metrics, alongside traditional stats, are being introduced this year to provide deeper player insights.
- Jannik Sinner performed above the tournament average in 'mental' measurements despite a tough five-set match.
- Wimbledon is known for its extensive queues, with a book dedicated to the experience available for purchase.
- The Wimbledon shop offers scented candles with scents like gin & tonic, strawberries & cream, and fresh cut grass.