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Wimbledon: The flying ant phenomenon

Wimbledon is a tournament known for world class players, strawberries and cream, and... flying ants. These airborne insects have appeared in droves this season, leaving the umpires, players and spectators unable to concentrate.

Entomologist Dr George McGavin tells Broadcasting House's Paddy O'Connell why the flying ant has returned to SW19.

(Image: Flying ant credit: Getty Images)

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