LONDON (AP) — Prepare for Wimbledon, set to kick off on Monday! Here’s everything you need to know about watching the 2025 third Grand Slam tennis tournament on TV, including odds, schedules, defending champions, and more:
When does Wimbledon start?
Play begins on Monday at 11 a.m. local time (6 a.m. ET). The opening match on Centre Court, featuring the previous year’s men’s champion, is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. local (8:30 a.m. ET), while the previous year’s women’s champion will open the court on Day 2.
Where can I watch Wimbledon on TV?
— In the U.S.: ESPN and Tennis Channel.
— Other countries can be found here.
Who are the defending champions at Wimbledon?
The defending champions are Barbora Krejcikova of the Czech Republic and Carlos Alcaraz of Spain. Krejcikova secured her second Grand Slam title by defeating Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 2-6, 6-4, while Alcaraz triumphed over seven-time champion Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (4) to claim his fourth Slam title, raising his total to five at just 22 years of age.
Who are the top seeds at the All England Club?
Aryna Sabalenka is the top female seed, while Jannik Sinner holds the top male seed position. These rankings follow the WTA and ATP standings released on Thursday. For women, the second seed is Coco Gauff, followed by Jessica Pegula and Paolini. The men’s rankings feature Alcaraz at No. 2, Alexander Zverev at No. 3, and Jack Draper at No. 4.
What is the prize money at Wimbledon in 2025?
The total prize fund for Wimbledon is £53.5 million (approximately $72 million), a 7% increase from last year. Each singles champion will take home £3 million (around $4 million).
