Jul 9, 2025 · Rufus, 17, has patrolled the courts at Wimbledon since the 2008 championships when he was 16 weeks old. He was raised by Brigstock-based Avian Environmental …

Rufus the Hawk is a Harris's hawk used by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to keep pigeons away from their venue. Described as an "important member of the Wimbledon …

Jul 6, 2025 · Wimbledon organisers are once again facing the threat of rogue pigeons after their resident hawk, Rufus, failed to produce an heir to continue his legacy.

Jul 7, 2025 · Rufus the hawk has patrolled the Wimbledon skies and kept them largely pigeon-free for almost 20 years. But the succession plan for the next Rufus is in doubt after its handler …

Jul 6, 2025 · For 17 years, the grounds of Wimbledon have been kept pigeon-free by Rufus the hawk. The raptor is so effective at patrolling SW19’s skies, that bosses at the championships …

Jul 13, 2024 · With a combined 20 years of experience working at Wimbledon, they know exactly what they are doing when they start work each day of the two-week tournament in southwest …

Jul 6, 2025 · FOR 17 years, the grounds of Wimbledon have been kept pigeon-free by Rufus the hawk. The raptor is so effective at patrolling SW19’s skies, that bosses at the championsh­ips …

Jul 12, 2025 · Tennis: Cricket: Check out the purpose of Rufus the Hawk in popular tournaments like Wimbledon and the iconic Lord's Test in the English summer, only on Sports.info.

Jul 18, 2023 · Meet Rufus the Hawk, the unsung hero of Wimbledon, whose soaring presence deters pigeons and keeps the iconic tennis venue immaculate. For over a decade, Rufus has …

Rufus the Hawk is an American Harris hawk renowned for his role in deterring pigeons and other birds from the grass courts at The Championships, Wimbledon, ensuring the pristine condition …