Player Attire Regulations at Wimbledon

At Wimbledon, the Grand Slam rulebook strictly governs the advertising on players' clothing. Each sleeve can feature one manufacturer's identification, not exceeding eight square inches. The front, back, and collar allow a total of two manufacturer's identifications. Additionally, two commercial logos, each no larger than three square inches, can be displayed on the sleeves or front. Shorts and skirts permit two manufacturer's identifications, while dresses are treated as a combination of a shirt and skirt. Socks and shoes can each have one manufacturer's ID, and hats, headbands, wristbands, or masks are allowed one ID. Violations can result in fines up to £183,855.

Queueing for a Ground Pass

Wimbledon's ground pass queue often starts the evening before the event, with queues growing early in the morning. The grounds open at 10:00 BST, but the queue duration is unpredictable. Guests are advised to download the myWimbledon app and will receive a queue card. When capacity allows, screen messages will invite guests in queue card number order to purchase tickets.

Maintaining Wimbledon's Striped Grass Courts

The iconic striped grass courts at Wimbledon are meticulously maintained. Each day, the courts are mowed, and the white lines are refreshed during a two-hour period starting around 07:30 BST. A team of three—a mower, a marker, and a string person—works on each pair of courts. The string person assists the marker by laying down a string line and removing any transfer lines from the mower. The staff practices for months to perfect the mowing pattern, which starts from the center line and works outward, creating the distinctive striped effect.

Wimbledon Courts Outside the Tournament

Outside the two-week Championships, the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) uses the courts for members' tournaments and national or international events. The grounds undergo a renovation period, including re-seeding the grass courts and scarifying the grass if necessary, to prepare for the next year's Championships.

Electronic Line Calls and Challenges

Players cannot challenge electronic line calls at Wimbledon. Close calls are automatically replayed. The International Tennis Federation (ITF) and AELTC ensure that the electronic line calling systems are highly reliable and accurate, with robust criteria in place to assess their performance.

Suspending Play Due to Bad Light

The decision to suspend play due to bad light is made by the referee, considering factors like the players' comfort and the integrity of the competition. During Wimbledon 2025, Ben Shelton's match was suspended in extremely dark conditions, a decision supported by tournament director Jamie Baker, who emphasized the importance of fairness and safety.

Sonay Kartal's Rise in Rankings

Sonay Kartal's performance at Wimbledon 2025 has positioned her as a potential new British number one. With significant ranking points at stake, Kartal's progress beyond the fourth round could see her surpass Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter in the rankings.

AI Line Judges Explained

The electronic line calling system at Wimbledon is not AI but a highly advanced optical tracking system. It continuously captures and tracks the positions of the ball and players, distinguishing between the movements of balls and feet on the court.