The Sportsish Guide to Wimbledon 2025
Because it's not just about the grass courts. It's about the gossip, the glam, and the greatness.
Wimbledon isn’t your average tennis tournament. It’s the Grand Slam of tradition, style, and strawberries & cream. Think country club energy with Serena-level intensity. And yes, there's still a strict dress code, but we’re here for it.
As the oldest tennis tournament in the world, this event is one of prestige – only the world’s greatest get to bring their talent to the grass courts. Where a record-setting 11 hours and 5 minutes match can happen, anything is possible!
Notable Moments so Far
Coco Gauff’s Quick Exit: The recent French Open champion shocked all of us after losing to Dayana Yastremska in the first round.
Record Number of Seeded Men Out: A new Wimbledon record of 13 seeded men were eliminated in the first round.
Petra Kvitova Bids Farewell to Wimbledon: The two-time champion played her final match.
Carlos Alcaraz Pushed to Five Sets: The defending champion was put to the test in his first-round match against Fabio Fognini, being pushed to a five-set thriller.
Players to Watch
Iga Świątek – The current No. 1, known for her powerful groundstrokes, athleticism, and determination. Despite her significant achievements, she has yet to win the Wimbledon title. Could this be her year?
Aryna Sabalenka – Dominates with big serves and bold fits.
Emma Raducanu – Serving some hometown representation!
The Traditions
Drink like a Brit: A refreshing tournament staple made with lemonade, cucumber, strawberries and orange slices, mint springs and Pimm’s, a gin-based liqueur. Pimm’s cup is the perfect summer drink, bringing flavor and the vibes!
A pitcher of Pimm’s Cup (Getty)
Snack like a Brit: You got a sweet tooth? Wimbledon has you covered! First served in 1877, the classic strawberries and cream have stood the test of time. Nothing says summer more than strawberries!
Strawberries picked specifically for Wimbledon (AELTC)
No pigeons, no problem: If you spot a hawk flying around, that’s Rufus. He’s been the “chief pigeon patroller” for the past 17 years, making sure the luscious grass courts stay pigeon-free.
The queue, and no, we don’t mean it in terms of music: Every day, Wimbledon allocates a certain number of tickets for each court. Starting at 9:30 am, tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so tennis fans are encouraged to get in line as early as possible. The extremely committed ones even camp out, braving the summer heat.
Fans waiting in the queue (Getty)
Serving Looks on the Court
When it comes to on-court attire, Wimbledon is the English equivalent to Michael Rubin’s White Party in the Hamptons. There's no uniform, but a strict white color code for the players.
Billie Jean King sporting a classic all white fit (Getty)
The tradition dates back to the late 1800s, initially intended to minimize the visibility of sweat stains, but it has become a significant part of Wimbledon's identity over the years. Even accessories like visors, socks, and shoes have to be white.
Although athletes don’t have much freedom when it comes to their outfits, they have found ways to express their personal style.
Venus Williams in a Tina Turner-inspired dress, and Maria Sharapova in a classy outfit influenced by menswear (Getty)
Celeb Spottings: From Royals to Celebs
Cate Blanchett and her mom having a girls’ day out at Wimbledon (Getty)
Rebel Wilson and her wife Ramona Agruma all dressed up at Wimbledon (WireImage)
Eddie Redmayne and his wife also serving style (Getty)
Key Dates
Wimbledon Runs: June 30 – July 13, 2025
Women’s Final: July 12
Men’s Final: July 13
If there's one thing that tennis aces through and through, it’s bringing culture, tradition, history, and fashion together. We have seen it with other tournaments like Roland Garros, and Wimbledon only continues to prove it!