WIMBLEDON, England — The Olympics changed Wimbledon, which became a more lively, colorful place, from the purple backstops to tennis outfits of every hue.

And Wimbledon changed Olympic tennis, too, raising the profile of an event that has long operated in the shadows of the games' more traditional sports.

The tournament drew big crowds and made big headlines, especially during the final weekend that included a gold medal for Serena Williams in singles, another for the Williams sisters in doubles and a breakthrough victory by Britain's Andy Murray, who won the singles title to ease the sting of an 0-4 record in Grand Slam finals.

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Crowds were more festive than usual at Wimbledon, and quicker to chant and cheer for their own country.

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