All England Club intend to build retractable roof over number one court for 2019 Wimbledon Championships There is also a 41 per cent increase in prize money for qualifying bringing the two-year increase for this group to 71 per cent. Philip Brook, Chairman of the All England Club and The Championships, said: "I would like to thank all those whose contribution to Wimbledon's success both on and off court has today enabled us to announce these significant levels of investment in The Championships. For the players, it is a deep appreciation of the demanding nature of professional tennis and the top-quality entertainment they bring, while for The Championships it is about giving all our visitors the finest stage on which to enjoy Wimbledon.