The Ultimate 2025 Wimbledon Schedule Breakdown: Key Dates, New Ticket Rules, And How To Watch
The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) is set to host The Championships, Wimbledon 2025, from Monday, June 30, through Sunday, July 13. This comprehensive guide, updated for December 2025, provides the definitive day-by-day schedule, crucial start times, and the latest information on ticketing and access policies for the most prestigious tournament in tennis. Whether you are planning to attend in person via the famous Queue or watch from home, knowing the exact order of play is essential for following the action on the hallowed grass courts.
The 138th edition of The Championships promises two weeks of world-class tennis, featuring the best players competing for the coveted Gentlemen’s Singles and Ladies’ Singles titles. Beyond the main draws, the schedule is packed with the excitement of the doubles, junior, and wheelchair events, ensuring non-stop action across Centre Court, No.1 Court, and the outer courts.
Wimbledon 2025: Key Dates and Tournament Overview
The 2025 tournament adheres to the traditional 14-day format, which now includes the second Sunday of play, eliminating the traditional 'Middle Sunday' rest day for the main draw (though the schedule still allows for a strategic break in the middle). The action, however, begins a week early with the Qualifying Rounds.
- Qualifying Rounds: Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26. These matches take place at the Wimbledon Community Sport Centre in Roehampton.
- Main Draw Start: Monday, June 30.
- Finals Weekend: Saturday, July 12 – Sunday, July 13.
- Daily Start Times: Play on the outer courts begins at 11:00 a.m. BST. Matches on Centre Court and No.1 Court typically commence later, with Centre Court play starting at 1:30 p.m. BST until the finals.
The tournament is structured to build momentum, culminating in the final weekend. This schedule is carefully designed to accommodate the Gentlemen's Singles, Ladies' Singles, Gentlemen's Doubles, Ladies' Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Wheelchair Championships, and Junior Championships.
The Definitive Day-by-Day Order of Play
Below is the detailed schedule, highlighting the key rounds for the main events. Note that the order of play for doubles, mixed doubles, and junior events is integrated throughout the fortnight.
Week One: The Early Rounds and Upsets
- Day 1 & 2 (Mon, June 30 – Tue, July 1): Gentlemen's and Ladies' Singles First Round.
- Day 3 & 4 (Wed, July 2 – Thu, July 3): Gentlemen's and Ladies' Singles Second Round.
- Day 5 & 6 (Fri, July 4 – Sat, July 5): Gentlemen's and Ladies' Singles Third Round. The Junior Championships (18 & Under) also commence on Saturday.
- Day 7 (Sun, July 6): The first Sunday of play is now a permanent fixture, featuring Fourth Round matches, effectively eliminating the traditional 'Middle Sunday' rest day.
Week Two: Championship Fortnight Intensifies
- Day 8 (Mon, July 7): Gentlemen's and Ladies' Singles Fourth Round (known as 'Manic Monday' for its packed schedule). Mixed Doubles Quarter-finals also feature.
- Day 9 (Tue, July 8): Ladies' Singles Quarter-finals. Gentlemen's, Ladies', and Quad Wheelchair events begin.
- Day 10 (Wed, July 9): Gentlemen's Singles Quarter-finals.
- Day 11 (Thu, July 10): Ladies' Singles Semi-finals. This day also hosts the Mixed Doubles Final. The 14 & Under Junior events debut.
- Day 12 (Fri, July 11): Gentlemen's Singles Semi-finals.
The Championship Weekend: Finals
- Day 13 (Sat, July 12): Ladies' Singles Final. Also features the Gentlemen's Doubles Final and several Wheelchair and Junior Finals.
- Day 14 (Sun, July 13): Gentlemen's Singles Final. Also features the Ladies' Doubles Final, concluding the main events.
Essential Ticket and Access Policies for 2025
Securing a seat at the AELTC for the 2025 Championships requires familiarity with the unique ticketing systems. The schedule is intrinsically linked to ticket availability, with Centre Court and No.1 Court tickets being the most sought-after.
The Public Ballot and LTA Advantage
The main method for obtaining tickets is the Public Ballot, a long-standing tradition. While the registration window for the main public ballot typically closes well in advance (often by the end of the previous year), those unsuccessful are often granted access to the returns shop in the lead-up to the event.
Members of the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) through the LTA Advantage scheme also participate in a separate ballot, with successful applicants being notified in the months leading up to the tournament.
The Queue: New Digital Requirements
The famous Wimbledon Queue remains the best way for fans to secure premium tickets on the day of play, offering a limited number of Centre Court, No.1 Court, and No.2 Court tickets, as well as thousands of Ground Passes.
For 2025, the AELTC has focused on improving the guest experience in the Queue. All guests are now strongly encouraged to download the official Wimbledon app and create a myWIMBLEDON account before arriving. This digital integration is a key change aimed at streamlining the process for obtaining your numbered Queue Ticket and ensuring a more civilized experience.
Wimbledon 2025 Broadcast and Streaming Details
For those unable to attend the prestigious event in London, the 2025 Championships will be broadcast to over 220 territories globally through 39 broadcast agreements.
- United Kingdom (UK): The BBC remains the exclusive free-to-air broadcaster, offering extensive coverage across its platforms, including multi-court options.
- United States (US): ESPN will present "First Ball to Last Ball" coverage exclusively and in its entirety.
- Europe & Select Regions: Eurosport and local partners like DAZN or Canal+ will provide comprehensive coverage, often including multi-court streaming options with local-language commentary.
Watching the 2025 tournament is the perfect way to follow the journey of potential champions like Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, and Carlos Alcaraz on the men's side, and Iga Świątek and Aryna Sabalenka in the women's draw, as they battle it out on the pristine grass courts.
Topical Authority Entities for Wimbledon 2025
The event is defined by its deep history and tradition. Key entities and concepts to understand for maximum topical authority include:
- AELTC: The All England Lawn Tennis Club, the official venue.
- Centre Court: The main show court, featuring the retractable roof for uninterrupted play.
- No.1 Court: The second main show court, also featuring a retractable roof.
- Qualifying Rounds: The pre-tournament event where players compete for the final spots in the main draw.
- Gentlemen's and Ladies' Singles: The two main events of The Championships.
- Mixed Doubles: An event that often features exciting pairings of top singles and doubles players.
- Wheelchair Championships: A highly competitive event featuring Men's, Women's, and Quad categories.
- Junior Championships: The proving ground for the next generation of tennis stars.
- BST: British Summer Time, the time zone for all scheduled matches.
- Ground Passes: Tickets that grant access to the outside courts and the famous Henman Hill/Murray Mound viewing area.
By keeping this schedule and these access policies in mind, you will be fully prepared for the two-week spectacle of world-class tennis at Wimbledon 2025.
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