Wimbledon 2026 begins today at the All England Club in London. This is the 139th edition of the world's oldest tennis tournament. The event runs from June 29 to July 12. Total prize money has reached a record 64.2 million pounds. That is a remarkable 20 percent increase from last year.
The biggest storyline is the comeback of Serena Williams. The 44-year-old legend accepted a wild card for singles. She has not played a Grand Slam singles match since 2022. Williams said her daughters inspired her to return to the court. She will face 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round.
On the men's side, defending champion Jannik Sinner is the top seed. He defeated Carlos Alcaraz in last year's final. Alcaraz is absent this year due to a wrist injury. Seven-time champion Novak Djokovic is seeded seventh. Djokovic and Sinner have landed in the same half of the draw.
Wimbledon has also introduced video review technology for the first time. Players can now challenge certain calls on the main show courts. If Djokovic wins the title, he would claim a historic 25th Grand Slam. Many fans believe this tournament could produce unforgettable moments on the grass.
