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items: When is the Wimbledon 2025 women's final? Date, new start time and TV coverage
items: When is the Wimbledon 2025 men's final? Date, new start time and TV coverage confirmed
items: Who is in the Royal Box at Wimbledon 2025 today?
items: Wimbledon 2025 TV channel and live stream: How to watch live coverage
items: Wimbledon 2025 seeded players: Men's and women's seeds list and tracker
items: When is Novak Djokovic's next match at Wimbledon 2025?
items: Wimbledon 2025 British players: Which Brits are playing today?
items: Wimbledon boss confirmed electronic line call "cannot be appealed or overturned" prior to incorrect decision controversy
items: When is Jack Draper's next match at Wimbledon 2025?
items: Longest tennis matches of all time ranked
items: Wimbledon 2025 FAQs and facts: Your bizarre, weird and wonderful questions answered
items: What are tie-breaks in tennis? Wimbledon rules explained
items: Fastest tennis serves of all time
items: In the Arena: Serena Williams isn’t really about tennis – it’s about the solitude suffered by the elite athlete
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items: Why are there no line judges at Wimbledon 2025?
items: Wimbledon 2025 highlights: What time is the daily BBC highlights show?
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items: Wimbledon 2024 order of play: Schedule today (Sunday 14th July)
items: When is the Wimbledon 2024 men's final? Date, start time and TV coverage
items: Who is in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today?
items: Wimbledon 2024 seeded players: Men's and women's seeds list and tracker
items: When is Novak Djokovic's next match at Wimbledon 2024?
items: When is Carlos Alcaraz's next match at Wimbledon 2024?
items: Wimbledon 2024 British players: Which Brits are playing this year?

When is the Wimbledon 2025 women's final? Date, new start time and TV coverage
type: item
date: 2025-07-13T09:00:45.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to the Wimbledon 2025 women's singles final.
encoded: There's nothing quite like the final weekend at Wimbledon, with this year's tournament offering up another tense women's tournament at SW19. The iconic shield has gone to former world No. 1 Iga Swiatek, who defeated Amanda Anisimova in a 57-minute game that almost seemed too easy. Both had previously been on top form throughout Wimbledon, with Anisimova herself beating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, who many thought was destined for the final. However, nerves were the Anisimova's nemesis on the day with Swiatek coming out on top form and bagging a win with 6-0 6-0. Whether you missed the action or simply want to relive it for yourself, RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about how to watch the Wimbledon women's final in 2025. When was the Wimbledon 2025 women's final? Wimbledon drew to a close with the women's final on Saturday 12th July 2025. It marked the end of the 138th edition of The Championships. What time was the Wimbledon 2025 women's final? The Wimbledon women's final started at 4pm in a change to the usual schedule. The match is usually played at 2pm, but it has now been shifted to become the final match of the day on Centre Court. Play will commence following the men's doubles final. How to watch the Wimbledon 2025 women's final The women's final was shown live on BBC One, with players walking on at 4pm with plenty of build-up beforehand. Viewers could also tune in via BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website or the app. You can catch up now on iPlayer. For those unable to watch the match, BBC Radio 5 Live offered ball-by-ball commentary, while BBC’s highlights show Today at Wimbledon provided highlights later in the evening. Who won Wimbledon last year? Barbora Krejčíková won Wimbledon last year against all the odds. She was ranked down at No. 31 seed but powered through the rounds at SW19 to clinch the premier victory of her career so far. Krejčíková, who won the French Open in 2021, defeated seeded stars Danielle Collins, Jelena Ostapenko and Elena Ryba…

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When is the Wimbledon 2025 men's final? Date, new start time and TV coverage confirmed
type: item
date: 2025-07-13T08:45:33.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to the Wimbledon 2025 men's singles final.
encoded: The Wimbledon final is one of the few sporting occasions that can still bring the nation to a relative standstill. Last year's men's singles final drew in a peak audience of 7.5 million on BBC One, proving that traditionally huge events can still pull in huge TV audiences across the land. This year's final could be another blockbuster, with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner up against back-to-back reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz. Their Wimbledon final comes just five weeks after they faced off in the French Open final, an epic five-hour game that saw Alcaraz defeat Sinner. It's the building rivalry that many tennis fans have been waiting for, akin to the glory days of Nadal and Federer. But who will emerge triumphant? As for when and where you can watch the Wimbledon men's final, RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about how to watch in 2025. When is the Wimbledon 2025 men's final? Wimbledon will draw to a close with the men's final today, Sunday 13th July 2025. It will mark the end of the 138th edition of The Championships. What time is the Wimbledon 2025 men's final? The Wimbledon men's final will start at 4pm in a change to the usual schedule. The match is usually played at 2pm, but it has now been shifted to become the final match of the day on Centre Court. Play will commence following the women's doubles final. How to watch the Wimbledon 2025 men's final The men's final will be shown live on BBC One, with players walking on at 4pm with plenty of build-up beforehand. Viewers can also tune in via BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website or the app. For those unable to watch the match, BBC Radio 5 Live offers ball-by-ball commentary, while BBC’s highlights show Today at Wimbledon will provide highlights later in the evening. Who won Wimbledon last year? Carlos Alcaraz successfully defended his Wimbledon title in 2024 with a second consecutive victory over Novak Djokovic on Centre Court. Their first final encounter in 2023 was a tight five-set thriller, but Alcaraz stepp…

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Who is in the Royal Box at Wimbledon 2025 today?
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date: 2025-07-13T08:30:28.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: All the latest details about which famous faces are sitting in the Royal Box at Wimbledon in 2025.
encoded: Wimbledon attracts all the big names from across showbiz, sport and royalty – and the 2025 tournament is no different. From senior royals to Leonardo DiCaprio, David Beckham to Hugh Grant, and sporting legends like Sir Mo Farah to Hollywood A-listers like Greta Gerwig, some of the most recognisable faces on the planet have assumed position in the outdoor box for the best of the action this year. Various guests are welcomed to the Royal Box through charitable causes, some represent institutions such as the NHS, and others have played – and triumphed – on Centre Court itself in years gone by. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about who is sitting in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today. Who is in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today? Saturday 12th July - Day 13 There were plenty more big names in the Royal Box for the Women's singles final on Saturday, the penultimate day of the tournament. Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, was in attendance as well as sporting stars Sir Mo Farah, Adam Peaty, Billie Jean King and Ilana Kloss. There were also names from the world of Hollywood including Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach, Stanley Tucci and Sam Mendes. Friday 11th July – Day 12 <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/07/Leonardo-DiCaprio-Wimbledon-b1b0afd.jpg" width="2894" height="1929" alt="Leonardo DiCaprio attends day twelve of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club wearing a grey suit and white t-shirt." title="Celebrity Sightings At Wimbledon 2025 - Day 12" /> Once again, major Hollywood names graces the Royal Box as well similarly big names from the world of fashion. Vogue's global editorial director Dame Anna Wintour and fashion designer Tom Ford were present to watch the men's semi-finals, alongside acting stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Benedict Cumberbatch, as well as Rami Malek and James Norton. Cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar was also in atten…

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Wimbledon 2025 TV channel and live stream: How to watch live coverage
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date: 2025-07-13T08:00:31.000Z
creator: George White
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Check out our comprehensive guide on how to watch Wimbledon 2025, including TV channel and live stream details.
encoded: This Wimbledon finals weekend has already gotten off to quite the start, with a triumphant win in the bag for Poland's Iga Świątek after defeating USA's Amanda Anisimova. While many may have been wishing for a longer match, the 57-minute game saw Świątek come away with quite the win after winning 6-0 6-0 against Anisimova. Anisimova did previously beat Wimbledon final shoe-in and world No. 1 seed Aryna Sabalenka in the semi-finals but just lacked the confidence on the day – easy enough to do when it's your first Grand Slam final. Wimbledon 2025 order of play: Full daily schedule Now, all eyes will be on today's anticipated men's singles final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Could Sinner bag his first title or will Alcaraz manage to get a rare third win in a row? We'll just have to wait and see but as for where to watch, scroll on to find out as RadioTimes.com brings you all the TV coverage details you need to watch Wimbledon 2025. Wimbledon 2025 on TV and live stream in UK You can watch Wimbledon 2025 live on BBC from Monday 30th June 2025 until Sunday 13th July 2025. Coverage begins around 11am UK time on either BBC One or BBC Two. Check our TV Guide for the specific channel and time each day. Alternatively, every session to be shown on BBC will also be live streamed via BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website and BBC Red Button. iPlayer can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles. Wimbledon 2025 TV schedule All UK time. Sunday 13th July From 11am on BBC Two From 1pm on BBC One Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Wimbledon 2025 seeded players: Men's and women's seeds list and tracker
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date: 2025-07-09T10:50:44.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to the seeded players at Wimbledon 2025, including how each player is performing at SW19.
encoded: It's not a good year to be a seeded player at Wimbledon with a record number of top players exiting the competition before the third round. A total of 36 seeded players out of 64 across the men's and women's tournaments combined were eliminated from proceedings in the first four days. In the women's draw, four of the top five seeds fell early on, including French Open champion Coco Gauff at the first hurdle. The competition is set up beautifully for an unpredictable second week, but will any of the lower-profile dark horses make the most of the depleted field? RadioTimes.com brings you the full list of men's and women's seeded players at Wimbledon 2025. Wimbledon 2025 seeded players (men) Jannik Sinner (ITA) Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) Alexander Zverev (GER) – Eliminated first round Jack Draper (GBR) – Eliminated second round Taylor Fritz (USA) Novak Djokovic (SRB) Lorenzo Musetti (ITA) – Eliminated first round Holger Rune (DEN) – Eliminated first round Daniil Medvedev (RUS) – Eliminated first round Ben Shelton (USA) – Eliminated quarter-finals Alex de Minaur (AUS) – Eliminated fourth round Frances Tiafoe (USA) – Eliminated second round Tommy Paul (USA) – Eliminated second round Andrey Rublev (RUS) – Eliminated fourth round Jakub Mensik (CZE) – Eliminated third round Francisco Cerundolo (ARG) – Eliminated first round Karen Khachanov (RUS) – Eliminated quarter-finals Ugo Humbert (FRA) – Eliminated first round Grigor Dimitrov (BUL) – Eliminated fourth round Alexei Popyrin (AUS) – Eliminated first round Tomas Machac (CZE) – Eliminated second round Flavio Cobolli (ITA) – Eliminated quarter-finals Jiri Lehecka (CZE) – Eliminated second round Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) – Retired first round Felix Auger-Aliassime (CAN) – Eliminated second round Alejandro Davidovich Fokina (ESP) – Eliminated third round Denis Shapovalov (CAN) – Eliminated first round Alexander Bublik (KAZ) – Eliminated first round Brandon Nakashima (USA) – Eliminated third round Alex Michelsen (USA) – Eliminated fir…

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When is Novak Djokovic's next match at Wimbledon 2025?
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date: 2025-07-09T10:50:13.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to when Novak Djokovic plays next at Wimbledon 2025.
encoded: Hated, adored but never ignored. Novak Djokovic remains a blockbuster attraction at Wimbledon and will return to the Championships seeking another title despite sliding away from the summit of elite tennis. The Serbian superstar is a seven-time champion at SW19 and has reached the last two finals, only to be halted by Carlos Alcaraz on both occasions. The changing of the guard has seen the 38-year-old fail to challenge for every title on the ATP Tour, but he remains one of the players nobody wants to draw at the Championships. Djokovic hasn't played since reaching the French Open semi-finals at the start of June, so he's coming in with limited time on grass this summer. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about Novak Djokovic's next match at Wimbledon 2025. When does Novak Djokovic play next at Wimbledon 2025? Novak Djokovic will play Jannik Sinner [1] on Friday 11th July 2025 in the semi-finals. The match is second on Centre Court following the conclusion of Carlos Alcaraz versus Taylor Fritz. We expect this could be around 4pm but this is subject to change. Check out our daily updated Wimbledon order of play for the latest timings Novak Djokovic Wimbledon 2025 results R1: [6] Novak Djokovic (SRB) 6-1 6-7 6-2 6-2 Alexandre Müller (FRA) R2: [6] Novak Djokovic (SRB) 6-3 6-2 6-0 Dan Evans (GBR) R3: [6] Novak Djokovic (SRB) 6-3 6-0 6-4 Miomir Kecmanovic (SRB) R4: [6] Novak Djokovic (SRB) 1-6 6-4 6-4 6-4 [11] Alex de Minaur QF: [6] Novak Djokovic (SRB) 6-7 6-2 7-5 6-4 [22] Flavio Cobolli (ITA) SF: [6] Novak Djokovic (SRB) v [1] Jannik Sinner (ITA) Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Wimbledon 2025 British players: Which Brits are playing today?
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date: 2025-07-08T09:25:34.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your complete guide to British players at Wimbledon in 2025.
encoded: All Brits have been eliminated from Wimbledon in 2025. We've been here before: It's sunny, it's Wimbledon, we've all had a strawberry or two more than we should have, and we're making big predictions about British players going all the way. It was a terrific start to the week for homegrown players with seven Brits winning on a record-breaking opening day, but the hype has cooled off into the second week with just one British singles player left standing. No.4 seed Jack Draper fell in a shock defeat to Marin Cilic, while Arthur Fery, Dan Evans and Jack Pinnington Jones all tumbled out of the men's competition towards the end of the third round, leaving Cam Norrie as the last man standing. Sonay Kartal was the last remaining British woman but she was dispatched on Sunday. RadioTimes.com tracks the progress of British players involved in the men's and women's singles competitions at Wimbledon 2025. British players on today at Wimbledon 2025 Subject to change. Men's singles N/A Women's singles N/A Which British players are in Wimbledon 2025? Men's and women's singles players. Alphabetical order. Men's singles Arthur Fery (WC) – Lost to Luciano Darderi in Round 2 Billy Harris (unseeded) – Lost to Nuno Borges in Round 2 Cam Norrie (unseeded) – Lost to Carlos Alcaraz in quarter-finals Dan Evans (WC) – Lost to Novak Djokovic in Round 2 George Loffhagen (WC) – Lost to Pedro Martinez in Round 1 Henry Searle (WC) – Lost to Ethan Quinn in Round 1 Jack Draper (No. 4 seed) – Lost to Marin Cilic in Round 2 Jacob Fearnley (unseeded) – Lost to Joao Fonseca in Round 1 Jack Pinnington Jones (WC) – Lost to Flavio Cobolli in Round 2 Jay Clarke (WC) – Lost to Dan Evans in Round 1 Johannus Monday (WC) – Lost to Tommy Paul in Round 1 Oliver Crawford (WC) – Lost to Mattia Bellucci in Round 1 Oliver Tarvet (WC) – Lost to Carlos Alcaraz in Round 2 Women's singles Emma Raducanu (unseeded) – Lost to Aryna Sabalenka in Round 3 Fran Jones (WC) – Lost to Yuliia Starodubtseva in Round 1 Katie Boult…

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Wimbledon boss confirmed electronic line call "cannot be appealed or overturned" prior to incorrect decision controversy
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date: 2025-07-07T16:43:18.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: News
subject: Wimbledon
description: The high-profile moment played out over the weekend.
encoded: Wimbledon organisers have apologised after its electronic line-calling system was turned off in error during a game between Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Sonay Kartal on Centre Court. The controversial moment unfolded when there was no "out" call when a backhand from Kartal went long, with Pavlyuchenkova having seen the ball was out. Speaking with Radio Times magazine before Wimbledon got under way, tournament director Jamie Baker confirmed that the introduction of the system meant that any decision made by electronic line-calling would be final and could not be "appealed or overturned". During play on court, chair umpire Nico Helwerth halted play before he announced that the system "was unfortunately unable to track the last point". Baker previously said: "But if a player wants to see the image of the ball on the line, they can request it theoretically limitless times during a match – although that never happens because one of the benefits is that there’s genuine acceptance now of the calls being made. "It’s very helpful for a player to know there's no doubt. In my career I lost multiple matches because I lost my cool when I felt I had a bad call from a line judge. That whole dynamic has disappeared and it's one less thing to get annoyed about." A spokesperson for the All England Club later said the technology was "deactivated in error on part of the server's side of the court for one game". During that time, three calls on the affected side of the court were not picked up by the system. "We have apologised to the players involved," a spokesperson for the All England Club said. "We continue to have full confidence in the accuracy of the ball-tracking technology. In this instance, there was a human error and as a consequence we have fully reviewed our processes and made the appropriate changes." Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast…

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When is Jack Draper's next match at Wimbledon 2025?
type: item
date: 2025-07-03T11:38:51.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to when Jack Draper plays next at Wimbledon 2025.
encoded: Jack Draper was eliminated on Thursday 3rd July by Marin Cilic in the second round. He couldn't, could he? Jack Draper has enjoyed a breakout year on the ATP Tour and enters Wimbledon with a genuine shot at winning on home turf at SW19. Draper has arrived at the Championships as the world No. 4 – and the fourth seed in the competition. He faces a tricky route to the final following the draw, but has looked sharp in 2025 and will be brimming with confidence. Draper has an opportunity to introduce himself to the British public at large over the coming days, especially if he can force his way into the second week of action. He is among a strong cluster of homegrown talents, including Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter, who both rank around the No. 40 spot in the world with momentum on their side. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about Jack Draper's next match at Wimbledon 2025. When does Jack Draper play next at Wimbledon 2025? Jack Draper will play Marin Čilić on Thursday 3rd July 2025 in the second round. Their match is the third and final one scheduled for Court No.1. It begin following the completion of Maria Sakkari v Elena Rybakina with an approximate time of 3:30pm UK time but this is subject to change. Check out our daily updated Wimbledon order of play for the latest timings Jack Draper Wimbledon 2025 results R1: [4] Jack Draper (GBR) 6-2 6-2 2-1 ret. Sebastian Baez (ARG) R2: [4] Jack Draper (GBR) v Marin Čilić (CRO) Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Longest tennis matches of all time ranked
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date: 2025-07-01T10:20:21.000Z
creator: Theo Fisher
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
subject: Wimbledon
description: Where were you during John Isner versus Nicolas Mahut?
encoded: Tennis is a sport of endurance, with long rallies, epic sets, and marathon matches that push players to their physical and emotional limits. The court becomes a gruelling arena where athletes are isolated for hours, locked in relentless one-on-one duels that test their resilience and determination, and even their bladders. Many players have experienced the heartbreak of losing monumental matches after battling fiercely for hours, only to see victory slip away in a matter of seconds. Such is the nature of tennis. RadioTimes.com delves into the history books to uncover the longest matches ever played in tennis, showcasing the sport's most epic endurance tests. What is the longest tennis match of all time? 11 hours, 5 minutes John Isner def. Nicolas Mahut 2010 Wimbledon Round 1: 6-4 3-6 6-7 7-6 70-68 4 hours and 22 minutes goes down as an extremely long tennis match regardless, but that time does not mark the longest match ever, only the difference between the first and second longest singles matches in the history of tennis. A first round encounter at Wimbledon in 2010 saw an American and a Frenchman make a piece of sporting history that will almost certainly never be surpassed. Beginning on 22nd June, the now fabled Court 18 at the All-England Club hosted a three-day epic that ended on 24th June. Big-serving American John Isner (No.23 seed) defeated French qualifier Nicolas Mahut in an unprecedented event lasting an astonishing 183 games. The match mesmerised spectators, players, fans, and even the scoreboard, which was only programmed to go to 50-50. In total, the match took 11 hours and 5 minutes, with history being shattered almost every time one of the gladiators on court held their serve. Finally, Isner converted his fifth match point (four of which came the previous day) to send both players into an exhausted embrace at the net. Each player was presented with a crystal bowl following the match to recognise their immense achievement, and fans who visit Court 18 …

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Wimbledon 2025 FAQs and facts: Your bizarre, weird and wonderful questions answered
type: item
date: 2025-07-01T10:14:41.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: Don't spend another summer wondering what 'love' is or why tennis balls are stored in the fridge – we've got all the answers you need.
encoded: Admit it. Wimbledon is the only tennis you watch all year long, and you're feeling a rusty ahead of the 2025 edition. You love it, you guzzle down Wimbledon each summer like the final puddle of double cream in your strawberry bowl, only... it just keeps raising more questions. No, we're not delving into the potential record-breaking feat of Novak Djokovic or the nostalgic absence of Andy Murray, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. Instead, we’re diving into the curious world of Wimbledon oddities: ever wondered why players strictly adhere to an all-white dress code, or why 27,000 kilograms of strawberries are consumed each year? And what's with that peculiar pineapple perched atop the trophy? This year, RadioTimes.com is your guide to these delightful mysteries. Buckle up as we unravel the eccentricities of Wimbledon 2025, ensuring you're the trivia champion of your next tennis watch party. Can Wimbledon players go to the toilet during a match? Wimbledon rules permit players to "request permission to leave the court for a reasonable time for a toilet break", but this must be taken during a set break and cannot be used for any other purpose. Male and female players are allowed two toilet breaks per match, while doubles teams must share their allocated number of breaks. The rulebook also states "the nearest assigned bathroom should be used" and that a line judge must accompany the player to ensure they "do not use the break for any other purpose". Why are Wimbledon tennis balls kept in the fridge? Don't you hate it when you're searching for that jar of mayo at the back of the fridge and you can't see past the Wimbledon tennis balls spilling out? Throughout history, fridges have been deployed at the side of courts to maintain the consistency of bounce in every ball while they're waiting to be used. The 53,000 balls used at the tournament will be kept at 20 degrees until it's their time to shine. How loudly do Wimbledon players grunt? Maria Sharapova would commonly tip over…

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What are tie-breaks in tennis? Wimbledon rules explained
type: item
date: 2025-07-01T10:11:15.000Z
creator: Theo Fisher
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: Everything you need to know about tennis tie-breaks.
encoded: "Play the big points well" is a common mantra in tennis, emphasising the need for players to be at their best during the most crucial moments. Tie breaks have historically been where some of Tennis’ greatest matches have been decided, making them not only important but a tantalizing spectacle After hours of intense rallies and momentum swings, a match can boil down to just a few key points. These high-stakes scenarios are seen as mini-matches within the match, offering some of the most thrilling moments in the sport. The game’s top players often excel in tie-breaks, showcasing their mental fortitude and clutch performance. Tie-break rules have evolved over the years to keep pace with the changing dynamics of tennis. RadioTimes.com explains how tie-breaks work and why they're becoming even more prominent in Grand Slam tournaments. What is a tie-break in tennis? The formula is simple. A tie-break is a one-off game held to decide the winner of a set when two players are locked at 6-6. This mini match is a simple first-to-seven-points shoot-out, with the winner being the first player to hit that magic number. However, if the players involved in the tie-break are locked at six points apiece, then the tie-break continues until one player achieves a two-point lead to win the tie-break and the set. Why does tennis have tie-breaks? In short, tie-breaks are important to cap the length of a match, but they haven't always been a thing. Cast your mind back to Wimbledon 2010, when the longest match of all time lasted 11 hours and five minutes. It ran over three days, with 138 games occurring in the final set. This match, among others, also led to tennis adopting the tie-break in the final sets of Grand Slams. Up until 2018, a tie-break would only be used during matches and not as a tool to help it conclude in final sets. But that has changed. Final set tie-break rules Tie-breaks that decide matches at Grand Slams follow the same format as traditional tie-breaks but run up to 10 p…

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Fastest tennis serves of all time
type: item
date: 2025-07-01T10:10:29.000Z
creator: Theo Fisher
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
subject: Wimbledon
description: Blink and you'll miss it.
encoded: A serve is arguably a tennis player's greatest weapon and a fundamental element in the arsenal of any elite competitor. The best serves on the tour blend sheer power with razor-sharp precision, creating a formidable advantage. Consider Novak Djokovic, who has spent years refining his serve to achieve pinpoint accuracy, or Serena Williams, renowned as the greatest server in the history of women's tennis. While these serves are technically masterful, possessing one of the fastest serves allows players to dominate, taking the racquet out of their opponent's hand and simplifying the game. In 2025, the race for the fastest serve is heating up. Young American Ben Shelton will be knocking on the door of the men's record, bringing fresh excitement to the court. While on the women's side, Elena Rybakina, Naomi Osaka, and Liudmila Samsonova have smashed their way into the top ten fastest serves, showcasing incredible power and precision. RadioTimes.com delves into the details of these powerful servers, highlighting the biggest and fastest serves ever recorded in both the men's and women's games. How fast is an average tennis serve? The standard speeds for professional players are around 120mph (190-200 km/h) for the men, and 105mph (170-180 km/h) for the women. Those numbers alone, on average across every serve, are enough to put us into a dizzying spin, wondering how any serve is ever returned. What is the fastest tennis serve ever recorded? The quickest serve ever was reportedly hit by giant Australian Sam Groth in Busan, South Korea, in 2012 - with a serve clocking in at a mesmerising 163.7 mph (263.4 km/h). However, this fact is contested. Groth’s serve came during a Challenger event – the step below the ATP Tour – meaning it was tracked using different equipment to Grand Slam games. Instead, former Wimbledon semi-finalist John Isner’s 157.2 mph (253 km/h) serve in 2016 is the official fastest. For more Wimbledon features, check out: Wimbledon FAQs, facts and figures | Ho…

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In the Arena: Serena Williams isn’t really about tennis – it’s about the solitude suffered by the elite athlete
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date: 2025-06-30T23:01:47.000Z
creator: Caroline Frost
subject: Documentaries
subject: TV
subject: Comment
subject: Magazine
subject: Wimbledon
description: Can sport transcend objectification and value female players for their ability?
encoded: This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. As we’ve come to expect from the best sporting documentaries, they’re never really about sport. Thus, Serena Williams: in the Arena isn’t really about tennis. It’s actually about the strains of solitude suffered by the long-career elite athlete, especially one who plays alone in a gladiatorial game designed, as Annabel Croft told RT, “to expose your psyche”. And it’s about the loneliness at the top of the tree, which Williams puts like this: “When you’re the best, no one really talks to you. They look at you and want what you have. I had a big red X on my back.” If all this sounds hard enough already, throw in being a woman, who is black, from Compton, Los Angeles, famous for its music and infamous for its history of gangs and guns, and eight episodes becomes only just enough to document the rollercoaster fortunes of the finest female player of this, or perhaps any, century with 23 grand slam titles to her name. One who has overcome abuse for her skin colour, her body type, her temperament, and her biggest emotional hurdle – beating her own sister Venus. The statistics are impressive, but it wasn’t just what she did, it was the way she did it. In 2001, as a 19-year-old in one of her first finals, at Indian Wells in her home state, Williams was booed by the entire stadium because her sister had withdrawn from their semi-final the previous day. Williams won, but was so traumatised she stayed away for 14 years. In 2015, she won the French Open with a head cold so bad she was nearly asleep. In 2017, she won the Australian Open aged 35, without dropping a set the whole fortnight, days after she’d discovered she was expecting her first child. This is the stuff of classical Greek myth, so why isn’t she universally loved and admired? It’s educational to watch fellow tennis great Martina Navratilova chatting to Amol Rajan for one of his sit-down interviews. Twenty years before commentators were suggesting that “the William…

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Can Britain rule Wimbledon again? Tennis legends share what it really takes to win
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date: 2025-06-30T23:01:46.000Z
creator: Caroline Frost
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Interview
subject: Magazine
subject: Wimbledon
description: John McEnroe, Virginia Wade, Tim Henman and Annabel Croft on what it takes to be Britain’s best player.
encoded: This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. For 77 years, we Brits got to host the world’s most prestigious tennis tournament – we could lay claim to the greenest grass, the brightest balls and the purplest towels – but when it came to the actual sport, we could not produce a men’s singles winner to emulate, as the commentators always told us, “the great Fred Perry”, three-times winner 1934–6. That all changed in 2013 when Andy Murray emotionally lifted the trophy (a feat he repeated in 2016). Meanwhile, our last women’s champion was Virginia Wade in 1977. What does it take to make a British number one and for them to triumph on the courts of SW19? For John McEnroe, who won in 1981, 1983 and 1984, the lesson from Murray’s success is that there is no one single lesson. “Guys like Andy Murray have that competitive fire and drive that very few people have,” he tells RT. “Look at the people he had to go against – the three guys [Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic]. “There’s a bucketload of history he’s gone through ever since he was a kid. I don’t know if the Dunblane tragedy [the mass school shooting in Murray’s home town in March 1996] affected him: could he dig deeper and find a reservoir of will that maybe others couldn’t because he was close to this happening?” The signs are positive for current British number one Jack Draper: “I remember seeing Jack when he was a little kid,” says McEnroe. “He came to my tennis academy. He was probably 14. The guy was tiny! I was thinking, ‘He seems good, but…’ and then you see him now… I didn’t see that coming, that he’d be this strapping six foot three great athlete – and be the player he is.” According to Wade, Draper “has a good head on his shoulders”, while former US Open champion Emma Raducanu, who has been vying for the women’s British number one spot with Katie Boulter, “has all the ingredients: physically great, fantastic serve, groundstrokes – she should be in the top ten”. But the game has changed s…

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Queen at Live Aid in 1985 and Wimbledon feature on this week's Radio Times covers
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date: 2025-06-30T23:01:25.000Z
creator: Shem Law
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: Roger Taylor and Brian May recall the day Queen rocked the world, plus find out what it takes to be a British number one at Wimbledon.
encoded: With Wimbledon still hogging the schedules when this issue goes "live", we thought it would be a great idea to find out what it takes to be a British number one. It must be strange to spend most weeks of your playing year as a "plucky Brit" who is loved by a nation for just getting past the third round of a tournament, then arrive in SW19 and be expected by the entire country to win the whole thing. In this week's Radio Times magazine, Annabel Croft and Tim Henman are among our guides to having great expectation thrust upon one's shoulders. We are also approaching the 40th anniversary of Live Aid and to help celebrate, RT's Caroline Frost spoke to two people who created quite a stir when they took the stage on that hot Saturday afternoon. Queen's Brian May and Roger Taylor reminisce about what is widely regarded as the greatest rock performance of all time. May says, "It was one of the few moments in anyone's life that you know you're doing something for all the right reasons." I shall do what I did on the day. Watch the whole thing on TV with all the windows open, thought this time it won't be in a shared kitchen on a 13-inch black-and-white portable TV. How times have changed... The latest issue of Radio Times is out now – subscribe here. Also in this week's Radio Times: As the dystopian drama The Handmaid's Tale draws to a close, costume designer Leslie Kavanagh reveals how she styled the future. "My house is a visual diary of my life..." But why is Johnny Vegas turning his collection into a fledgling business? The White Lotus star Will Sharp talks teaming up with Girls' Lena Dunham - and fighting Richard E Grant. Did you know you can now order a previous edition of Radio Times magazine with our new back issues service? Check out more of our Documentaries coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to see what's on tonight. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Why are there no line judges at Wimbledon 2025?
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date: 2025-06-30T15:00:51.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: The future has arrived, but not everyone is pleased about it...
encoded: After 148 years standing watching over the lawns at Wimbledon, line judges have been given a taste of their own medicine – "OUT!" The blue-and-white-striped shirts will not feature in the tournament this year, and it's unlikely we'll ever see them again following a major overhaul at the All England Club. Fans have already taken to social media to express their dismay at the lack of line judges at a tournament that has undergone little change over the decades to maintain its prestige as the premier grand slam in tennis. But why have line judges been replaced? And how will players know when their ball has drifted beyond the white lines? RadioTimes.com explains why line judges will not be seen at Wimbledon 2025. Why are there no line judges at Wimbledon 2025? Line judges have been replaced by an automated system implemented by other major tennis competitions around the world. Instead of humans calling a ball out, the new system provides accurate ball-tracking technology that can alert the match umpire and players to a stray shot. Think of the new technology as a real-time version of the Hawk-Eye challenge system, only players are not required – or able – to protest the call and will instead be alerted during play. Yes, that also means that, as well as line judges being given the boot, rising claps to welcome a challenge replay will also become a thing of the past. Of the 300 line judges from previous tournaments, around 80 will still be seen around courts in an assistant role for players or should the technology fail, but Wimbledon as we know it will never quite look – or feel, or sound – the same again. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Wimbledon 2025 highlights: What time is the daily BBC highlights show?
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date: 2025-06-30T11:00:20.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your complete guide to Wimbledon highlights throughout the tournament in 2025.
encoded: Dare we say it? There is almost too much Wimbledon action to savour? With up to 18 courts in action at once, keeping track of the comings and goings, the big moments and the low-key storylines can be a challenge to say the least. Thankfully, you're in safe hands with regular highlights throughout the two weeks and a nightly show to keep you abreast of all the developments. RadioTimes.com brings you the round-up of all the ways to watch Wimbledon 2025 highlights. How to watch Wimbledon 2025 highlights The BBC boasts extensive live coverage of Wimbledon throughout the day, but if you can't tune in all day long, fear not! Today at Wimbledon is a nightly highlights show on BBC Two, bringing viewers all the big moments and developing storylines in an hour-long show. Qasa Alom will present the show that was previously spearheaded by Clare Balding, who is now lead presenter after Sue Barker stepped down. Coverage is available on BBC Two or on a range of devices via BBC iPlayer. What time is Today at Wimbledon on? Today at Wimbledon will air at 9pm on each day of the Championships from Monday 30th June onwards in the first week. The schedule will change in the second week, with fewer matches meaning the highlights show will be broadcast at 8pm. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Wimbledon 2025 radio coverage: Listen to the Championships tennis live and online
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date: 2025-06-29T11:00:53.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC Radio 5 Live
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to listening to Wimbledon 2025 live on radio and online.
encoded: There may be extensive TV coverage of Wimbledon throughout the Championships, but it's not the only way you can stay tuned into the live action throughout each day. Live sport pairs wonderfully well with the radio, and fans have the option to listen to extensive broadcasts of matches from SW19. The BBC will air comprehensive coverage from Wimbledon, offering a fresh route to tune in on the go, whether you're in the office, driving, or simply prefer listening to the latest action over watching it develop. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about listening to Wimbledon 2025 on the radio. Wimbledon 2025 on radio The BBC will broadcast live coverage of matches throughout Wimbledon 2025 across its radio platforms. Coverage will be live on either BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra or BBC Sounds. BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. Listen to Wimbledon 2025 online Online radio coverage – including BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra – will be available on the BBC Sounds app or via the BBC Sport website. This is the easiest way to tune in to listen, with coverage available on a host of devices – from laptops and computers to portable devices such as smartphones and tablets. Wimbledon 2025 radio schedule All UK time. All radio broadcasts available on BBC Sounds app and BBC Sport website. Monday 30th June From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Tuesday 1st July From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Wednesday 2nd July From 1pm – Radio 5 Live Thursday 3rd July From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Friday 4th July From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Saturday 5th July From 12pm – Radio 5 Live Sunday 6th July From 12pm – Radio 5 Live Monday 7th July From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Tuesday 8th July From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Wednesday 9th July From 1pm – Radio 5 Live Thursday 10th July From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Friday 11th July From 12:30pm – Radio 5 Live Saturday 12th July From TBC – Radio 5 Live Sunday 13th July From TBC –…

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Wimbledon 2025 prize money round by round confirmed
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date: 2025-06-26T11:00:07.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to Wimbledon 2025 confirmed prize money.
encoded: The Wimbledon 2025 prize money has been confirmed for 2025, with an overall 7 per cent uplift in prize money across the full range of Championships. The men's and women's tournaments have been subjected to an 8.2 per cent rise in prize money, with the champions set to claim £3 million for the first time in the history of the competition. Reigning champions Carlos Alcaraz and Barbora Krejčíková pocketed £2.7m each for their exploits, meaning the 2025 singles winners are set for an 11 per cent rise from 2024. First-round losers will take £66,000 home for their troubles, while those who clear the first hurdle will guarantee £99,000 for themselves with prize money intervals growing steeper throughout the tournament. RadioTimes.com brings you the full round-up of Wimbledon 2025 prize money totals. Wimbledon prize money 2025 – Men's and Women's Singles Total amounts per player. Winner – £3,000,000 Runner-up – £1,520,000 Semi-finals – £775,000 Quarter-finals – £400,000 Round 4 – £240,000 Round 3 – £152,000 Round 2 – £99,000 Round 1 – £66,000 Combined singles total prize pot – £38,828,000 Wimbledon prize money 2025 – Men's and Women's Doubles Total amounts per pair. Winner – £680,000 Runner-up – £345,000 Semi-finals – £174,000 Quarter-finals – £87,500 Round 3 – £43,750 Round 2 – £26,000 Round 1 – £16,500 Combined doubles total prize pot – £6,034,000 Wimbledon prize money 2025 – Mixed Doubles Total amounts per pair. Winner – £135,000 Runner-up – £68,000 Semi-finals – £34,000 Quarter-finals – £17,500 Round 2 – £9,000 Round 1 – £4,500 Mixed doubles total prize pot – £485,000 Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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When is the Wimbledon 2025 draw? Time and how to watch
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date: 2025-06-25T12:30:55.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: The Wimbledon 2025 draw will shape the tournament to come.
encoded: We're almost ready to roll at SW19 with the Wimbledon 2025 draw set to light the touch paper on the Championships. The draw will set the direction of the men's and women's singles competitions, with seeded players, wildcards and qualifiers alike set to discover their opening opponents. Beyond that, the draw will highlight each player's path to the final, including some of the players they can expect to meet along the journey. British stars Jack Draper, Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter enter as the brightest homegrown talents in the singles draws, with the former in particular expected to challenge for the men's crown. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about the Wimbledon 2025 draw. When is the Wimbledon 2025 draw? The Wimbledon 2025 draw will be held on Friday 27th June 2025. What time is the Wimbledon 2025 draw? The draw for the Wimbledon men's and women's singles tournaments is expected to take place from 10am. Once the draw is made, we'll publish the most notable matches featuring seeded and British players, as well as a possible route to the final for several top players and projected matches to come. How to watch Wimbledon 2025 draw You can tune in to watch the Wimbledon 2025 draw take place live on its official website. Fans will be able to see the whole draw for each tournament unfold in real time, with some inevitably tough first-round clashes to be set up between the current elite and former seeded stars. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Wimbledon 2025 qualifying on TV: Schedule, times and how to watch
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date: 2025-06-22T07:00:05.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your complete guide to Wimbledon 2025 qualifying, including how to watch on TV and live stream as well as key dates.
encoded: Wimbledon qualifying is always hotly contested, as players battle to earn entry to tennis's most prestigious event, and the 2025 pre-tournament will be no different. A grand total of 112 players, including wildcards, will sail through to the Championships' main draw automatically, with 32 players – 16 men and 16 women – to make the cut via the qualifiers. Those that do it the hard way will need to make it through three rounds of matches to secure a place at the year's third Grand Slam, which gets under way at the All England Lawn Tennis Club at the end of June. France's World No. 93 Diane Parry is the highest-ranked player in the women's draw, while Argentina's World No. 109 Juan Manuel Cerundolo leads the men's draw. A host of Brits will also take to the courts as the week goes on in pursuit of the chance to play in front of a home crowd at Wimbledon this summer. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details you need to know to watch Wimbledon 2025 qualifying. When is Wimbledon 2025 qualifying? Wimbledon qualifying begins on Monday 23rd June 2025. It will draw to a close with the final round of qualifiers on Thursday 26th June 2025. How to watch Wimbledon 2025 qualifying on TV and live stream Wimbledon qualifying is broadcast live on BBC from 11am on each day of the competition. Live matches will air on BBC Red Button and BBC iPlayer, so you can keep track of the outsiders hoping for a shot at glory. Viewers can soak up all the main action featuring the biggest names in the qualifiers via a range of devices, from smart TVs to laptops to mobile devices, as long as they are compatible with iPlayer. Where is Wimbledon 2025 qualifying held? Wimbledon qualifying is not actually held at Wimbledon in order to preserve the grass courts at SW19 for the tournament itself. Qualifying takes place at the Community Sport Centre in Roehampton, on the outskirts of London. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more fro…

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Wimbledon 2024 TV coverage: How to watch, channel and live stream
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date: 2024-07-14T10:00:59.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Wimbledon
description: Check out our comprehensive guide on how to watch Wimbledon 2024 tennis, including schedule, final date, TV and live stream details.
encoded: It's almost time to say goodbye to the All England Club for another year – but not before what promises to be a tremendously exciting men's final this afternoon. In a repeat of last year's closer, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will take to Centre Court in a battle between an all time great and the new challenger to the throne, with the former hoping for revenge after his narrow loss in an epic encounter last time out. Djokovic was nursing an injury going into the tournament but has shown little signs of that holding him back on an impressive run to the final, culminating in a dominant display against Lorenzo Musetti in the last round, while Alcaraz has also looked in fine form throughout against some tough opponents such as Tommy Paul and Daniil Medvedev. Whoever wins will join Barbora Krejčíková as a 2024 Wimbledon champion, with the latter beating her Italian opponent Jasmine Paolini in a rollercoaster women's final yesterday. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time Krejčíková won by two sets to one to claim her second singles Grand Slam title following her win at the French Open three years ago – while the Czech star has also won seven Slams in doubles throughout her decorated career. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details on how to watch Wimbledon 2024 TV coverage live from SW19. When is Wimbledon 2024? The tournament kicked off on Monday 1st July 2024. It will draw to a close with the final today, Sunday 14th July 2024. Qualifying for the event took place from Monday 24th June until Thursday 27th June. How to watch and live stream Wimbledon 2024 in the UK Wimbledon is once again broadcast across BBC platforms throughout the duration of the tournament. Live matches will air on BBC One, BBC Two and the BBC Red Button. Viewers can also choose up to 18 courts to watch through smart TVs, BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website and app. BBC Radio 5 Live is offe…

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Wimbledon 2024 order of play: Schedule today (Sunday 14th July)
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date: 2024-07-14T10:00:33.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: We've rounded up the full Wimbledon 2024 order of play for today's matches.
encoded: It all comes down to this. After two weeks of scintillating tennis, the men's final takes place this afternoon and it's the match-up that many fans would have predicted (and indeed hoped for) at the start of the tournament: Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. In a rematch of last year's epic final, all-time Grand Slam record-holder Djokovic will be out for revenge against defending champion Alcaraz – and will also be hoping to draw level with Roger Federer on eight Wimbledon titles. It looks certain to be a tense match with plenty of twists and turns, but who will come out on top? It follows yesterday's women's final, which saw Barbora Krejcikova secure her second Grand Slam singles title with a closely-fought win over Italian Jamine Paolini. After winning the first set 6-2, Krejcikova lost the second by an identical scoreline but rallied to take the decider 6-4. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time Fans across the globe were excited to tune in for The Championships from the outset, with plenty of thrills and spills having been provided throughout the tournament. The opening week saw plenty of big names spread across all the courts before they have started to convene on the show courts as they have advanced through the rounds. RadioTimes.com brings you the Wimbledon 2024 order of play for today. Wimbledon order of play today – Sunday 14th July All UK time. Singles matches. Times approximate, subject to change. Centre Court From 2pm Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) [3] vs Novak Djokovic (SRB) [2] Wimbledon 2024 schedule ATP Men's Singles (Grand Slam) First round: Monday 1st – Tuesday 2nd July Second round: Wednesday 3rd – Thursday 4th July Third round: Friday 5th – Saturday 6th July Fourth round: Sunday 7th – Monday 8th July Quarter-finals: Tuesday 9th – Wednesday 10th July Semi-finals: Friday 12th July Final: Sunday 14th July WTA Women's Singles (Grand Slam) First round: …

When is the Wimbledon 2024 men's final? Date, start time and TV coverage
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date: 2024-07-12T23:01:14.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: The Wimbledon men's final is one of the highlights of the British sporting calendar.
encoded: This year's Wimbledon is barrelling towards its epic conclusion, and we now know who will be taking to Centre Court in the 2024 men's singles final. In a rematch of last year's decider, Carlos Alcaraz will take on Novak Djokovic, with fans hoping it lives up to the masterpiece the pair played out 12 months ago. The Spaniard claimed his first Wimbledon trophy in a titanic tussle that finished 1-6, 7-6(6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4. He will have to dig deep to see off the Serbian tennis legend though, as Djokovic has only dropped two sets all tournament and played one match fewer thanks to his walkover in the quarter-final. The 37-year-old goes into Sunday knowing that victory will see him equal Roger Federer's men's record of eight Wimbledon titles. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time The Wimbledon final remains one of the few event television moments in a calendar year, and with the Euro 2024 final taking place on Sunday night, it promises to be a memorable day in sporting history. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about the Wimbledon 2024 men's final, including dates and times for the showpiece event. When is the Wimbledon 2024 men's final? Wimbledon will draw to a close with the men's final on Sunday 14th July 2024. It will mark the end of the 137th edition of The Championships. What time is the Wimbledon 2024 men's final? The Wimbledon men's final will start at 2pm. There should be no further rain delays due to the Centre Court roof being able to shield the final from the elements. How to watch the Wimbledon 2024 men's final The men's final will be shown live on BBC One, with players walking on at 2pm with plenty of build-up beforehand. Viewers can also tune in via BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website or the app. For those unable to watch the match, BBC Radio 5 Live offers ball-by-ball commentary, while BBC’s highlights show Today at Wimbledon will provide high…

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Who is in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today?
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date: 2024-07-10T15:00:19.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: All the latest details about which famous faces are sat in the Royal Box at Wimbledon 2024.
encoded: We're heading into the final stretch of Wimbledon 2024, and Day 10 saw Queen Camilla sat in the Royal Box, ready to catch the line-up on Centre Court. The Royal Box has hosted some of the world's top A-listers, huge-profile stars and guests of honour already this tournament, and today was no different, with the likes of Keira Knightley in attendance. The Royal Box has been used for the entertainment of VIP guests since 1922, with 74 privileged guests able to be seated in its confines for each and every match. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time Guests are selected and invited by request of the Chairman of the All England Club, with fine lunch, tea and drinks provided throughout the day to all who are seated in the box. There's always great excitement to see who is sitting among the esteemed guests each day, and we'll bring you all the latest news about the stars on show. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details about who is sitting in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today (Saturday 6th). Who is in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today? Wednesday 10th July Queen Camilla attended Wimbledon on Wednesday 10th July, while a host of other famous faces were also spotted in the Royal Box. This list included Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, former leader of the Conservative party William Hague, Richard E Grant, Feargal Sharkey and Keira Knightley. View oEmbed on the source website Tuesday 9th July Princess Beatrice led the charge for the Royals on Day 9 of Wimbledon, while other guests in the Royal Box included Adrian Chiles, Lena Dunham, Michael McIntyre, Stephen Fry, Sir Cliff Richard and Sienna Miller. View oEmbed on the source website Monday 8th July Those seen in the Royal Box on Day 8 of Wimbledon included Sir Mark Rylance, Sir Cliff Richard, Sir Lenny Henry, Prince Albert of Monaco and the Duchess of Gloucester. Meanwhile, Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa stepped out …

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Wimbledon 2024 seeded players: Men's and women's seeds list and tracker
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date: 2024-07-10T11:30:56.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to the seeded players at Wimbledon 2024, including how each player is performing at SW19.
encoded: The Wimbledon seeded list ensures the elite players on the ATP Tour and WTA Tour stay apart until the later rounds, with plenty of excitement expected from the top stars in both competitions. A total of 32 men and 32 women have been awarded seeded status for The Championships, shaping the complexion of the tournament to come. The men's seeded list was led by Jannik Sinner following a strong 2024, including a maiden Grand Slam win in Australia, but he was eliminated in the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, the women's list was spearheaded by Iga Świątek, although she was eliminated in the third round. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz could be headed towards a rematch of their 2023 final, with both through to the semis, while Coco Gauff entered the competition determined to continue her ascent towards the WTA throne, but was knocked out in the fourth round. British rising star Jack Draper earned seeded status for the first time thanks to his maiden ATP title win in Stuttgart, but was eliminated in the second round, while Katie Boulter also enjoyed enough success to book her place among the seeds, but was knocked out of the competition in round 2. RadioTimes.com brings you the full lists of seeded men's and women's players. As the tournament progresses, we will update the seeded lists detailing when each player is eliminated so you can track their progress. Wimbledon 2024 seeded players (men) Jannik Sinner (ITA) - Eliminated quarter-finals Novak Djokovic (SRB) Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) Alexander Zverev (GER) - Eliminated fourth round Daniil Medvedev (RUS) Andrey Rublev (RUS) - Eliminated first round Hubert Hurkacz (POL) - Retired second round Casper Ruud (NOR) - Eliminated second round Alex de Minaur (AUS) - Withdrew before quarter-finals Grigor Dimitrov (BUL) - Retired fourth round Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) - Eliminated second round Tom…

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When is Novak Djokovic's next match at Wimbledon 2024?
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date: 2024-07-10T11:25:59.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to when Novak Djokovic plays next at Wimbledon 2024.
encoded: As always, Novak Djokovic has made a big impact on this year's Wimbledon tournament, and has now made his way through to the semi-finals. He is hoping to retain his status as the man to beat, after Carlos Alcaraz swept the title up from under him in last year's tournament at the All England Club. The Serbian star has experienced a mixed bag of results on the ATP Tour so far this season, having lost his place at the top of the rankings to Jannik Sinner. Meanwhile reigning Wimbledon champion Alcaraz continues to breathe down his neck, and is also through to the semi-finals. Djokovic was touch-and-go to feature in the tournament after retiring from the French Open with a knee issue. However, he underwent surgery before making a remarkable recovery in time to make the draw at Wimbledon. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time He was set to face Alex de Minaur in the quarter-finals, after beating Vit Kopriva, Jacob Fearnley, Alexei Popyrin and Holger Rune, but de Minaur had to pull out of the tournament due to injury. RadioTimes.com brings you up to speed with Novak Djokovic's next match at Wimbledon 2024. What time is Novak Djokovic playing at Wimbledon 2024? Novak Djokovic's next match is against the winner of Lorenzo Musetti and Taylor Fritz's match in the semi-finals of Wimbledon. Djokovic moved straight through from the fourth round to the semi-finals, after his quarter-finals opponent, Alex de Minaur, had to withdraw due to injury. Djokovic will face off against his opponent on Friday 12th July 2024 at a time that has yet to be determined. Novak Djokovic results at Wimbledon 2024 First round – Tuesday 2nd July [2] Novak Djokovic v Vit Kopriva - 6-1 6-2 6-2 Second round – Thursday 4th July [2] Novak Djokovic v Jacob Fearnley - 6-3 6-4 5-7 7-5 Third round – Saturday 6th July [2] Novak Djokovic v Alexei Popyrin - 4-6 6-3 6-4 7-6 (7-3) Fourth round – Monday 8th Jul…

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When is Carlos Alcaraz's next match at Wimbledon 2024?
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date: 2024-07-10T11:10:32.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your guide to when Carlos Alcaraz plays next at Wimbledon 2024.
encoded: As reigning champion of Wimbledon, and with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner now knocked out of the competition, all eyes are firmly on Carlos Alcaraz to take home this year's men's singles title. Of course, it's not over yet - he still has to take on Daniil Medvedev in the semi-finals at the All England Club and, were he to win, face off against another top-flight player. One of those he could end up facing in the final is Novak Djokovic, who is no stranger to winning Wimbledon. The pair faced off in the final in 2023, so could we see a re-match this year? In recent months, Alcaraz has not been allowed to dominate the men's rankings thanks to the presence of Sinner, but he has had a strong showing at Wimbledon thus far. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time He has returned to the All England Club as a household name after hoisting the trophy high in 2023. RadioTimes.com brings you up to speed with Carlos Alcaraz's next match at Wimbledon 2024. What time is Carlos Alcaraz playing at Wimbledon 2024? Carlos Alcaraz's next match is against Daniil Medvedev in the semi-finals of Wimbledon. They will face each other on Friday 12th July 2024, with an approximate time yet to be confirmed. Carlos Alcaraz results at Wimbledon 2024 First round – Monday 1st July [3] Carlos Alcaraz v Mark Lajal - 7-6 (7-3) 7-5 6-2 Second round - Wednesday 3rd July [3] Carlos Alcaraz v Aleksandar Vukic - 7-6 (7-5) 6-2 6-2 Third round - Friday 5th July [3] Carlos Alcaraz v [29] Frances Tiafoe - 5-7 6-2 4-6 7-6 (7-2) 6-2 Fourth round - Sunday 7th July [3] Carlos Alcaraz v [16] Ugo Humbert - 6-3 6-4 1-6 7-5 Quarter-final - Tuesday 9th July [3] Carlos Alcaraz v [12] Tommy Paul - 5-7 6-4 6-2 6-2 Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Wimbledon 2024 British players: Which Brits are playing this year?
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date: 2024-07-08T11:15:47.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Sport
subject: Tennis
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Wimbledon
description: Your complete guide to British players at Wimbledon in 2024.
encoded: The Brits arrived in force at this year's Wimbledon, with a fresh crop of hopefuls aiming to go long at The Championships. Unfortunately, it wasn't to be, as all of those participating in the singles tournaments had either withdrawn or been eliminated by the end of the fourth round. Emma Raducanu went the furthest, getting through to the fourth round, while Andy Murray chose to not take part in the singles tournament ahead of the first round, and instead focus on the doubles. A total of 19 British singles players featured in the tournament, the highest number since 1999. Best men's tennis players 2024 | Best women's tennis players 2024 Best men's tennis players of all time | Best women's tennis players of all time British men's No. 1 Jack Draper and women's No. 1 Katie Boulter both earned seeded places in the main draw following successful starts to 2024. More than 30 British singles players featured, either in qualifying or the main draw. RadioTimes.com brings you the full round-up of British players at Wimbledon 2024 and when they exited the singles competitions. Which British players are still in Wimbledon 2024? Men's and women's singles players. Alphabetical order. Amarni Banks (Qualifier) – Eliminated in qualifying Amelia Rajecki (Qualifier) – Eliminated in qualifying Andy Murray (Unseeded) – Withdrew before Round 1 Anton Matusevich (Qualifier) – Eliminated in qualifying Arthur Fery (WC) – Eliminated in Round 1 Billy Harris (WC) – Eliminated in Round 1 Cameron Norrie (Unseeded) – Eliminated in Round 3 Charles Broom (WC) – Eliminated in Round 1 Dan Evans (Unseeded) – Eliminated in Round 1 Emily Appleton (Qualifier) – Eliminated in qualifying Emma Raducanu (WC) – Eliminated in Round 4 Felix Gill (Qualifier) – Eliminated in qualifying Fran Jones (WC) – Eliminated in Round 1 George Loffhagen (Qualifier) – Eliminated in qualifying Hannah Klugman (Qualifier) – Eliminated in qualifying Harriet Dart (WC) – Eliminated in Round 3 Heather Watson (WC) – Eliminated in Round…

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