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Wimbledon 2026: Djokovic, Alcaraz, Swiatek Chase Tennis Glory
21 Jun
Summary
- Wimbledon 2026 commences Monday, marking the 139th edition of the oldest tennis major.
- Carlos Alcaraz defends his men's singles title, aiming for a third consecutive win.
- Iga Swiatek, world number one, seeks her first Wimbledon title on grass.
The 139th Wimbledon Championships commence on Monday, June 29, 2026, at the All England Club in London. Carlos Alcaraz, the defending men's singles champion, leads the draw alongside top contenders Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner. Alcaraz arrives in strong form, aiming for his third consecutive Wimbledon title after winning the Queen's Club Championship.
In the women's field, world number one Iga Swiatek is the top seed, seeking to add a maiden Wimbledon title to her collection. She faces formidable opponents including Aryna Sabalenka and US Open champion Coco Gauff. Swiatek recently won the Rothesay International, a key warm-up event.
The prestigious grass-court tournament will conclude on Sunday, July 5, 2026, with the women's final scheduled for Saturday, July 4th. This year's event unfolds without the emotionally significant presence of Andy Murray, who retired from singles last year. Fans can follow extensive coverage on the BBC.
