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(Photo) Wimbledon social media handle changes its logo to black in honor of the late Queen Elizabeth II

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The world is mourning the demise of Queen Elizabeth II. She was immensely loved and respected by everyone and also took a keen interest in sports.

Queen Elizabeth II presenting the Wimbledon trophy to Rod Laver in 1962 (Image credit – Wimbledon Twitter)

The social media handles of many sports leagues, tournaments, and teams have changed their logos to black to honor the Queen after the tragic news of her passing broke out.

Wimbledon also joined in and changed its logo to black across all its social media outlets – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The social media accounts of Wimbledon also put out a post to convey their heartfelt condolences to The Royal Family.

“We wish to convey our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to The Royal Family on the sad passing of Her Majesty The Queen.”

Later, they went on to change their cover photo which was a picture from the 1962 Wimbledon of Queen Elizabeth II presenting the coveted Wimbledon trophy to Australian legend Rod Laver.

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Rod Laver reacts to the sad news of the demise of Queen Elizabeth II

Rod Laver won 11 Grand Slam singles titles, 6 Grand Slam doubles titles, and 3 Grand Slam mixed doubles titles in the course of his legendary career.

Australian Rod Laver with the trophy after he had beaten fellow Australian Tony Roche in the final.

The 84-year-old took to Twitter and expressed his sorrow and sent his condolences to The Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom.

“My deepest condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom at this sad time. Rest in Peace Your Majesty.”

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