Wimbledon might be known for its grass courts and tradition, but behind the scenes it’s one of the most data-intensive events in global sport.
From serve speeds and rally lengths to AI-generated insights, the volume and complexity of data being tracked, shared, and reconciled is staggering.
And for those of us working in fund operations, it’s a useful parallel.
Data at Scale
Each year, Wimbledon produces:
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Over 2.7 million data points across all matches
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Shot-by-shot inputs from Hawk-Eye and manual scoring
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Real-time feeds into apps, broadcaster overlays, and betting platforms
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AI models layered on top, including IBM’s “Win Probability” and “Match Insights”
That’s just for one tournament.
Each point averages around three shots. A single match includes approximately 150–190 points. Multiply that by hundreds of matches, and the reconciliation challenge quickly grows into the millions.
Real-Time Expectations
Every system needs to stay aligned
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Broadcasters require up-to-the-second scores and stats
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Fans expect consistent data across apps and screens
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Betting markets and AI commentary rely on synchronisation
If one feed is even slightly off, the result is obvious — and damaging.
Fund Operations Face the Same Challenge
Wimbledon’s data environment isn’t so different from a fund’s operational stack:
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Multiple upstream sources: administrators, custodians, counterparties
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Critical need for accuracy: NAVs, transactions, regulatory filings
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Real-time expectations from clients, auditors, and regulators
Without reconciliation, things go out of sync. Small mismatches compound. Trust is lost.
The Core Issue: Fragmented Data
The challenge isn’t just volume — it’s fragmentation:
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Different systems
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Different formats
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Different timings
To make sense of it, you need a way to unify and normalise the data, surface exceptions, and maintain a consistent, reliable source of truth.
That’s exactly what Fund Recs was built to do.
The Takeaway
Wimbledon shows what happens when complex data is managed well:
The expectations in fund operations are no different. When accuracy matters, reconciliation isn’t just a task — it’s a foundation.
Want to learn more? Contact us to see how Fund Recs helps your team stay ahead of the rally.
