The 2025 Wimbledon Championships, the world's oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament, will take place from June 30 to July 13 at the iconic All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, featuring top-ranked players like Jannik Sinner, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, and seven-time winner Novak Djokovic competing on the hallowed grass courts.
2025 Wimbledon Schedule Highlights
The 2025 Championships will run for 14 days, starting Monday, June 30 and concluding Sunday, July 13. The tournament follows a structured format with men's and women's singles first rounds opening the event, followed by progressive elimination rounds throughout the fortnight. Defending men's champion Carlos Alcaraz will traditionally open Centre Court on Monday at 1:30 PM, while women's champion Barbora Krejčíková will begin Tuesday's Centre Court proceedings at the same time.
Key schedule highlights include:
- First Week (June 30-July 6): Singles rounds 1-4 and early doubles matches
- Second Week (July 7-13): Quarter-finals, semi-finals and finals across all competitions
- Women's Singles Final: Saturday, July 12
- Men's Singles Final: Sunday, July 13
- Daily play begins at 11:00 AM on outside courts, 1:00 PM on Court 1, and 1:30 PM on Centre Court
Carlos Alcaraz Title Defense
Carlos Alcaraz enters Wimbledon 2025 as the two-time defending champion and in spectacular form, riding an 18-match winning streak after successfully defending his Queen's Club title with a hard-fought 7-5, 6-7(5), 6-2 victory over Jiří Lehečka. The 22-year-old Spaniard has been on a remarkable run, capturing his fifth title of the season at Queen's, following his triumph at the French Open where he staged an epic comeback against Jannik Sinner. This back-to-back success on clay and grass makes Alcaraz the first player since Rafael Nadal in 2008 to win Roland Garros and Queen's in the same year.
With four career grass titles now to his name (equal to Rafael Nadal's career total), Alcaraz has proven his versatility across surfaces despite initially expressing concerns about the quick transition from clay to grass. "I came without expectation, just to play good tennis and get used to the grass," Alcaraz remarked after his Queen's victory, demonstrating the confidence that makes him a formidable favorite as he aims for a historic third consecutive Wimbledon crown. His exceptional adaptability, powerful serving (delivering 18 aces in the Queen's final), and mental fortitude position him as the man to beat when the Championships begin on June 30.
Electronic Line Judge Implementation
After 147 years of tradition, Wimbledon 2025 will mark a historic shift as line judges disappear from the courts, replaced entirely by electronic line calling (ELC) technology. The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) confirmed this significant change following extensive testing, with Chief Executive Sally Bolton describing the move as "inevitable" given technological evolution across tennis tournaments worldwide. The AI-powered Hawk Eye Live system will make all 'out' and 'fault' calls across all 18 courts, including qualifying rounds.
This technological transition aligns Wimbledon with the Australian and US Opens, which already employ similar systems, leaving Roland Garros as the only Grand Slam still using human line judges. While the traditional pool of 300 judges has been reduced to just 80 'match assistants' who will support umpires and serve as backup if the system fails, the change eliminates the familiar challenge system where players could request video reviews—once a memorable aspect of the tournament. The decision reflects the AELTC's attempt to balance tradition with innovation while ensuring "maximum accuracy" in officiating and providing players with consistent conditions across the tour.
Where to Stay: Hotel Indigo London Paddington – Your Perfect Wimbledon Base
For guests attending Wimbledon 2025, Hotel Indigo London Paddington offers the ideal blend of comfort, charm, and convenience. Located just a short walk from Paddington Station, the hotel provides direct access to Wimbledon via the District Line and National Rail, allowing tennis fans to travel to and from the All England Club with ease.
This boutique hotel features elegant rooms inspired by the surrounding literary heritage, complimentary Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre, and the vibrant Bella Italia restaurant on-site. After a day of thrilling matches, guests can relax in the tranquil garden terrace or unwind with a drink at the bar. Whether you're in town for a single match or the entire fortnight, Hotel Indigo London Paddington ensures a stylish and stress-free stay close to the heart of the action.
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