To honour Mother’s Day on Sunday 27 March, we wanted to celebrate all the motherly figures in our lives: mothers, fathers, stepmothers, stepfathers, grandmothers, grandfathers, aunts, uncles, siblings, friends, close family friends…the list goes on. We all have someone in our life that we turn to in times of need, happiness and everything in between, whatever their relation is to us.
Inspiring Mothers in Sport
To mark the day we wanted to take a look at individuals in the world of sport who have helped their children or loved ones to become the world-class athletes that they are today.
Serena and Venus William’s mother, Oracene Price
The William’s sisters are one of the most famous sibling duos in sport. The sisters started playing tennis at the age of four and were trained predominantly by their parents, Oracene Price and Richard Williams. The sisters then moved to West Palm Beach to be coached by Rick Macci, a legendary tennis trainer. The sister’s mother contributed largely to their training during their early years and helped to develop and strengthen their mental preparation. Oracene still keeps a close eye on Venus and Serena’s mentality before they go into a game and watches every element of their technique during their matches to this day. The William’s parents hard work paid off and their daughters have now claimed a combined 30 Grand Slam titles.
Andy and Jamie Murray’s mother, Judy Murray
Judy Murray was a keen tennis player herself when she was younger, winning 64 titles in Scotland during her junior and senior career. Judy started to coach her sons when they were young and has been a fantastic support to her boys ever since as they developed their performance and rose onto the world tennis stage. Both Andy Murray and his brother Jamie have won many titles; Jamie has won seven Grand Slam doubles titles and Andy is a three-time Grand Slam winner and two-time Olympic Champion, all of which have been achievable largely thanks to their mother Judy.
While we have only mentioned a couple of inspiring and supportive mothers of professional athletes, we want to shoutout to all the mums and influential figures in athlete’s lives and the wider sporting world, who work both behind the scenes being a great support system and those who take centre stage coaching and cheering their children on on the side-lines.
Find your perfect Mother’s Day gift
If you’re still searching for the perfect gift that shows your love and thanks to someone special in your life (mother, grandmother, sister and so on) then look no further. What better way to spend time with those you love most and show your thanks than to make memories that will last forever. Here’s our top list of once in a lifetime events that will make the perfect gift this Sunday…
Love Fifteen at Cinch Championships, The Queen’s Club
The Queen’s Club has such a rich history, boasting its beautiful setting in the heart of London.
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as you dine in this rustic restaurant, enjoying sharing plates of honest, local food for your seasonal summer lunch and afternoon tea as your day evolves. A complimentary bar, casual dining environment and official Centre Court East Stand tickets make your day at the cinch Championships even more enjoyable – on top of the world-class tennis stars that will grace the court.
Discover more about Love Fifteen at cinch Championships here.
Rosewater Pavilion at The Champions, Wimbledon
Set within the Wimbledon Grounds, Rosewater Pavilion exudes sophistication, luxury and tranquillity. With subtle floral touchpoints, deep Wimbledon greens and shimmering golds, guests can enjoy the beauty of everything that this quintessentially British experience has to offer at such an iconic venue.
A British themed canapé reception, four course a la carte menu and delicious afternoon tea are some of the culinary highlights of this space, not to mention the beautiful (and complimentary) bar, relaxing lounge areas, exclusive outdoor terrace and a view on the balcony that looks towards Centre Court. Your official, prime viewing Centre Court seats are just a short stroll away through the Wimbledon Grounds, past the action-packed outside courts making your experience even more immersive and authentic.
Find out more about our experiences in Rosewater Pavilion at The Championships, Wimbledon here.
Corinthian Roof Terrace, The Hundred at The Kia Oval
The Hundred is cricket’s newest innovation. Thrilling, unmissable, edge-of-your-seat action features centre stage surrounded by explosive fireworks, bright lights, live music and roaring crowds. Even if you’re not a cricket enthusiast you will be sure to enjoy The Hundred as it’s lively, action-packed and nothing short of exciting, something that the whole family will love.
The Corinthian Roof Terrace provides guests with a lively atmosphere and an informal dining experience, boasting some of the best panoramic views of the pitch. Follow your own schedule during your experience and enjoy delicious food and drinks in between the action on the pitch.
Find out more about our hospitality experience in the Corinthian Roof Terrace for The Hundred here.
If you’re not sure which experience is best to gift, we have gift vouchers available so your giftee can choose an experience that they will love.
However you spend the day and whoever you spend it with, we hope you have a lovely time and enjoy the sunny spring weather!