Explore the transformation of croquet into a competitive sport through the efforts of Walter Jones Whitmore, including the standardization of rules and the rise of women players. Learn about the inception of Crittle, the success of Lillie Gower, and the transition of Wimbledon from croquet to tennis.
This 2020 episode looks at croquet's murky origins. Because of its relative ease of play and low barrier of entry, it went through a surge in popularity almost as soon as it was documented.
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