The 2026 Wimbledon Championships began at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, with the opening day bringing together tennis fans, famous faces and plenty of summer style.
Celebrities arrived at SW19 on Monday as the tournament got underway, adding glamour to one of the most loved events in the British sporting calendar. Tess Daly was among the high-profile arrivals, joining a long list of familiar names seen around the Royal Box and VIP areas.
AJ Odudu also drew attention as she attended with fiancé Peter Gibson, wearing a soft pastel yellow dress. Isla Fisher chose a classic white outfit for the occasion, while Maura Higgins also leaned into Wimbledon’s clean summer style with an all-white look.
Other well-known guests included Rachel Stevens, Pixie Lott, Niall Horan and Sir Cliff Richard, who greeted onlookers as he arrived at the famous tennis venue. Amanda Holden was also seen in a polished pin-striped sleeveless outfit, while Lorraine Kelly and Oti Mabuse brought brighter colour to the day in green looks.
Romeo Beckham arrived with girlfriend Kim Turnbull, while David Beckham attended with his mother, Sandra, continuing what has become a familiar Wimbledon tradition for the family.
The day was not only about celebrity arrivals. On court, British players faced early challenges as the tournament’s biggest names prepared to begin their campaigns across the famous grass courts.
There was also disappointing news for British tennis fans, as Emma Raducanu confirmed she had withdrawn from this year’s tournament. She shared that a scan had shown a stress fracture, meaning she had been medically advised not to continue pushing through.
At the same time, excitement is building around Serena Williams, with her expected return to the Wimbledon lawns becoming one of the most talked-about stories of the fortnight. Her appearance would mark a remarkable moment for tennis fans after several years away from singles competition.
Overall, Wimbledon’s opening day delivered exactly what many people love about the tournament: elegance, familiar faces, emotional sporting moments and the promise of two weeks of unforgettable tennis.
