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What’s New in 2025? Two Historic Changes

Wimbledon has always cherished its history, but 2025 marks a major step into the future with two significant changes set to redefine the tournament experience.

1. A New Era of Accuracy: Electronic Line Calling on All Courts

For the first time in its 148-year history, Wimbledon will feature electronic "Hawk-Eye" line calling across every single court. This monumental decision replaces the role of human line judges, a tradition as old as the tournament itself.

• Why the change? The move is designed to deliver the highest level of accuracy, eliminating contentious calls and ensuring faster, uninterrupted play.
• What does it mean for viewers? Expect a seamless viewing experience with immediate, definitive decisions on line calls, ending the dramatic player challenges that have become a feature of the modern game. This embraces cutting-edge technology while preserving the pure, fast-paced nature of grass-court tennis.

2. Prime Time Finals: A Later 4:00 PM Start

In a landmark scheduling shift, both the Ladies' and Gentlemen's Singles Finals will now commence at 4:00 PM BST. This moves the weekend's ultimate clashes two hours later from their traditional 2:00 PM slot.

• Why the change? The primary driver is to maximise global viewership, particularly for audiences in the Americas, allowing millions more fans to watch the drama unfold live in their respective prime time.
• What does it mean for fans at home? UK viewers can now settle in for a late afternoon of thrilling tennis, creating an even bigger sense of occasion for the Championships' two most important matches.

Players and Storylines to Watch in 2025

While the traditions are timeless, the players create the stories. Wimbledon 2025 is shaping up to be a blockbuster tournament.

• The Defending Champions: All eyes will be on last year's winners to see if they can master the hallowed turf once more. After their victories in 2024, can the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and Barbora Krejčíková defend their titles against a hungry field of contenders?
• British Hopes on Centre Court: The home crowd will be in full voice, roaring on British stars. Can players like Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu harness the energy of the home support and mount a serious challenge for the title?
• The Next Generation: Keep a close watch on the rising stars of tennis. Will this be the year that players like Italy's Jannik Sinner or the USA's Coco Gauff add a Wimbledon title to their growing list of accolades?
• A Legend's Last Dance? Tennis fans may be preparing for a poignant farewell. Could 2025 mark the final Wimbledon appearance for titans of the sport like Andy Murray or Venus Williams, offering a last chance to see them grace the Centre Court?

Finals Weekend Schedule

Schedule for Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th July 2025. All times are BST and subject to change.

How to Attend: Tickets, Queues, and Hospitality

Securing your place at Wimbledon requires planning. Here’s how you can do it.

The Public Ballot

The most iconic and democratic way to get tickets. The Wimbledon Public Ballot is heavily oversubscribed, but it gives everyone a fair chance. To apply, ensure you are registered on the official Wimbledon website to receive notifications when it opens in Autumn.

The Famous Queue

A truly unique British sporting tradition. A limited number of premium tickets for Centre Court, No.1 Court, and No.2 Court are made available each day. For show court tickets, you will almost certainly need to camp overnight. For Ground Passes, aim to arrive very early (before 7 AM).

Guaranteed Access: Debentures and Hospitality

For those seeking guaranteed seats and a premium experience, Debenture tickets are the gold standard. For the ultimate curated experience, official hospitality packages offer prime seats, exclusive access to private lounges, gourmet dining, and more. Availability is extremely limited, so early booking is essential.

Why Wimbledon Remains Unmatched

As the world's oldest tennis tournament, its legacy is woven into the fabric of the sport. It is the one tournament every player dreams of winning, offering a unique blend of intense, world-class sport and a relaxed, English summer garden party atmosphere.

Don't miss your chance to be part of history. Register for the ballot, enquire about hospitality, and secure your place at the world's most prestigious tennis event.