JAMIE CARR: Wimbledon debentures an ace investment
Diamonds & Dogs
There are certain "investments" that cause the raising of an eyebrow within the most harmonious of domestic set-ups. Vintage Aston Martins and cases of fine wine fit squarely in this category, with the most trusting of spouses tending to sniff an ulterior motive beyond pure capital appreciation, no matter how well-argued your investment case. The Wimbledon debenture can also offer the occasional recreational benefit, but if you’re lucky enough to get your hands on such a beast it is kicking other asset classes firmly into touch.A centre court debenture entitles the holder to a decent seat for every day of the championships at the All England Club, as well as various perks such as access to a load of tidy restaurants and bars, and the right to parade around with your ticket in a lanyard around your neck as if you’re somebody important. For the die-hard tennis fan, this swiftly solves the conundrum of where to be for two weeks in June and July. But the tickets and debentures themselve...
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