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Wimbledon 2024 promises to be an exciting tournament with many compelling storylines and top players competing on the iconic grass courts of the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The Championships will run from July 1 to July 14, featuring the top names in tennis as they vie for the prestigious titles.

Did you know, that Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, established in 1877? A quintessential part of the Wimbledon experience is the consumption of strawberries and cream. On average, 28,000 kg of strawberries and 7,000 liters of cream are consumed each year during the tournament!

Key Contenders

Men’s Singles

  • Carlos Alcaraz: The young Spaniard, who won Wimbledon in 2023 by defeating Novak Djokovic, will be a major contender again. Alcaraz has shown his prowess on all surfaces, making him a formidable opponent​.
  • Novak Djokovic: Despite an injury at the French Open, Djokovic’s experience and record at Wimbledon make him a strong contender. He aims to add to his seven Wimbledon titles​​.
  • Jannik Sinner: Fresh off his first Grand Slam win at the Australian Open 2024, Sinner’s powerful game makes him a potential challenger despite grass not being his preferred surface.

Women’s Singles

  • Iga Swiatek: The world No.1 and four-time French Open champion, Swiatek will look to extend her dominance to grass, although she has yet to reach the finals at Wimbledon​.
  • Aryna Sabalenka: Known for her aggressive play and powerful serve, the Australian Open champion could make a significant impact if she manages to control her game on grass.
  • Elena Rybakina: The defending champion has struggled with injuries but her past success at Wimbledon makes her a favorite if she can maintain her fitness​.
  • Markéta Vondroušová: Last year’s unseeded champion will be aiming to defend her title, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the tournament​.

British Players

The British contingent will be strong, featuring:

  • Katie Boulter: Leading the British women’s charge, aiming to improve on her previous third-round finishes​​.
  • Emma Raducanu: Making her comeback as a wild card, hoping to regain her form and make a deep run​​.
  • Andy Murray: The two-time Wimbledon champion, possibly playing his last Wimbledon, will be a sentimental favorite despite recent injury concerns​​.
  • Jack Draper and Cam Norrie: Both are key players to watch, with Draper having won his first ATP title on grass and Norrie being a past semi-finalist​​.

Schedule and Coverage

  • The main draw started on July 1, with the tournament concluding on July 14 with the men’s singles final​.
  • Matches will be available for viewing on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, and other BBC digital services​​.
DaySchedule
Mon 1 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles First Round
Tue 2 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles First Round
Wed 3 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Second Round
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles First Round
Thu 4 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Second Round
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles First Round
Fri 5 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Third Round
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles Second Round
Mixed Doubles First Round
Sat 6 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Third Round
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles Second Round
Mixed Doubles First Round
Boys’ and Girls’ Singles First Round (18&U)
Sun 7 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Fourth Round
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles Third Round
Mixed Doubles Second Round
Boys’ and Girls’ Singles First Round (18&U)
Mon 8 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Fourth Round
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles Third Round
Mixed Doubles Quarter-finals
Girls’ Singles Second Round (18&U)
Boys’ Doubles First Round (18&U)
Tue 9 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Quarter-finals
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles Quarter-finals
Mixed Doubles Semi-finals
Gentlemen’s and Ladies’ Wheelchair Singles First Round
Boys’ Singles Second Round (18&U)
Girls’ Doubles First Round (18&U)
Invitation Doubles (Ladies’ Doubles, Gentlemen’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles)
Wed 10 JulyGentlemen’s and Ladies’ Singles Quarter-finals
Gentlemen’s & Ladies’ Doubles Quarter-finals
Quad Wheelchair Singles Quarter-finals
Gentlemen’s and Ladies’ Wheelchair Doubles Quarter-finals
Boys’ & Girls’ Singles Third Round (18&U)
Boys’ & Girls’ Doubles Second Round (18&U)
Invitation Doubles (Ladies’ Doubles, Gentlemen’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles)
Thu 11 JulyLadies’ Singles Semi-finals
Gentlemen’s Doubles Semi-finals
Mixed Doubles Final
Gentlemen’s and Ladies’ Wheelchair Singles Quarter-finals
Gentlemen’s, Ladies’ & Quad Wheelchair Doubles Semi-finals
Boys’ & Girls’ Singles Quarter-finals (18&U)
Boys’ & Girls’ Doubles Quarter-finals (18&U)
Boys’ and Girls’ 14&U Singles
Invitation Doubles (Ladies’ Doubles, Gentlemen’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles)
Fri 12 JulyGentlemen’s Singles Semi-finals
Ladies’ Doubles Semi-finals
Gentlemen’s, Ladies’ & Quad Wheelchair Singles Semi-finals
Boys’ & Girls’ Singles Semi-finals (18&U)
Boys’ & Girls’ Doubles Semi-finals (18&U)
Boys’ and Girls’ 14&U Singles
Invitation Doubles (Ladies’ Doubles, Gentlemen’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles)
Sat 13 JulyLadies’ Singles Final
Gentlemen’s Doubles Final
Ladies’ Wheelchair Singles Final
Gentlemen’s & Quad Wheelchair Doubles Final
Girls’ Singles Final (18&U)
Girls’ Doubles Final (18&U)
Boys’ Doubles Final (18&U)
Boys’ and Girls’ 14&U Singles Semi-finals
Invitation Doubles (Ladies’ Doubles, Gentlemen’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles)
Sun 14 JulyGentlemen’s Singles Final
Ladies’ Doubles Final
Gentlemen’s & Quad Wheelchair Singles Finals
Ladies’ Wheelchair Doubles Final
Boys’ Singles Final (18&U)
Boys’ & Girls’ 14&U Singles Finals
Invitation Doubles (Ladies’ Doubles, Gentlemen’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles)

Significant Achievements and Records

  1. Most Titles: Roger Federer holds the record for the most men’s singles titles with eight, while Martina Navratilova leads the women with nine singles titles​.
  2. Longest Match: The longest match in tennis history was played at Wimbledon in 2010 between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut, lasting 11 hours and 5 minutes over three days.
  3. Prize Money: Wimbledon offers substantial prize money, with singles winners earning £2.7 million each in 2024​.
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