Wimbledon 2026: Dates, schedule, TV channels and favourites
Everything you need to know about Wimbledon 2026, including dates, schedule, TV coverage, how to watch and the latest title favourites and odds
The world’s most famous tennis tournament returns to the All England Club this summer, with the biggest names in the sport set to battle for Grand Slam glory on the grass courts of SW19.
Wimbledon 2026 runs from Monday, June 29, to Sunday, July 12, with live coverage available throughout the tournament and Jannik Sinner and Iga Świątek returning as defending singles champions. With Carlos Alcaraz sidelined through injury, the race for both titles looks more open than ever.
When is Wimbledon 2026?
Wimbledon 2026 begins on Monday, June 29, and concludes with the men’s singles final on Sunday, July 12.
The Championships span two weeks and include men’s and women’s singles, doubles, mixed doubles, wheelchair events and junior competitions.
Key dates
| Round | Dates |
|---|---|
| First Round | June 29-30 |
| Second Round | July 1-2 |
| Third Round | July 3-4 |
| Fourth Round | July 5-6 |
| Quarter-finals | July 7-8 |
| Women’s Semi-finals | July 9 |
| Men’s Semi-finals | July 10 |
| Women’s Final | July 11 |
| Men’s Final | July 12 |
Where is Wimbledon 2026?
Wimbledon is held at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in south-west London.
The tournament is played on grass courts and Centre Court remains one of the most iconic venues in world sport, hosting the biggest matches during the Championships.
Wimbledon 2026 schedule
Week 1
The opening week is dedicated to the early rounds of the singles competitions. The men’s and women’s first rounds take place across the opening two days before the second and third rounds are completed later in the week. This is often when the tournament produces its biggest surprises, with lower-ranked players looking to upset the seeded stars.
Week 2
The second week is when the tournament enters its decisive stages. The fourth round begins on the second Monday, followed by the quarter-finals and semi-finals. The women’s singles final takes place on Saturday, July 11, while the men’s singles final is scheduled for Sunday, July 12.
How to watch Wimbledon 2026
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch Wimbledon live across the BBC Sport platforms. Coverage will be shown on BBC One, BBC Two and BBC iPlayer throughout the tournament, with Centre Court and key matches available live each day. Radio coverage will also be available through BBC Radio 5 Live.
In the United States, Wimbledon 2026 will be broadcast on ESPN and the Tennis Channel, while fans in Canada can tune in to TSN or RDS.
In Australia, Wimbledon will be available for viewing on Channel 9 and Stan Sport.
When is the Wimbledon order of play released?
The order of play for Wimbledon is typically released the evening before each day’s action. Fans can find schedules for Centre Court, No. 1 Court and the outside courts once the previous day’s matches have concluded.
Who are the favourites to win Wimbledon 2026?
With Carlos Alcaraz missing the tournament through injury, defending champion Jannik Sinner is the favourite to win Wimbledon 2026 in the men’s category. Sinner will attempt to defend the title he won in 2025, while seven-time champion Novak Djokovic remains a major threat despite approaching the latter stages of his career. French Open champion Alexander Zverev and Americans Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz are also expected to challenge.
On the women’s side, defending champion Iga Świątek will be among the favourites after continuing to expand her success beyond clay courts. World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka is the standout favourite to win Wimbledon 2026, while grass-court specialists such as Elena Rybakina and Marketa Vondrousova could prove dangerous.
British hopes may rest with Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter, while young stars including Mirra Andreeva continue to establish themselves among the sport’s elite.
FAQs
What are the dates for Wimbledon 2026?
Wimbledon 2026 runs from June 29 to July 12.
Where is Wimbledon played?
The Championships are held at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London.
How can I watch Wimbledon 2026?
UK viewers can watch live coverage on BBC One, BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
Who is favourite to win Wimbledon 2026?
Jannik Sinner heads the men’s betting following Carlos Alcaraz’s withdrawal, while Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka are among the leading women’s contenders.
When is the men’s final?
The men’s singles final takes place on Sunday, July 12.
What surface is Wimbledon played on?
Wimbledon is played on grass courts.
