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The friend of a friend who gave us our grounds passes and Centre Court seats happens to be Chairman of the Tournament, and naturally, a member of the Club.

So, along with all the other spoils we were afforded, we were given entrance to the Members Enclosure — a private, posh bar and patio setting that sits astride Centre Court, and in fact, has its own gangway leading directly to our seating section. I made an effort to remain somewhat inconspicuous when snapping this pic, thus the odd angle.

Our only responsibility for all these spoils? Coat and tie all day. It was 85° and sunny, and even though our seats at Centre Court were shaded, the rest of the day was Sweatfest 2010. Let's just say that, upon re-entry to the US I'm burning that shirt.

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