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Schedule and Venue
Wimbledon 2023 will be held from July 3 to July 16 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, located at Church Road in Wimbledon, London, England.
The tournament will span two weeks, with matches taking place on all days, including Sundays.
This change was implemented in the 2022 edition, removing the traditional rest day on the middle Sunday.
Defending Champions
In the previous edition of Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic of Serbia claimed victory in the Men's Singles category, defeating Australia's Nick Kyrgios in a thrilling final.
On the Women's Singles side, Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina emerged as the champion, defeating Tunisia's Ons Jabeur.
These players will be returning to defend their titles and showcase their skills once again at Wimbledon 2023.
Rule Changes
One notable rule change for Wimbledon 2023 is regarding the dress code.
Wimbledon is known for its strict all-white clothing policy.
This year, the organizing committee has made an exception.
Female players are now allowed to wear non-white undershorts, fulfilling a long-standing request by many athletes.
Participation of Russian and Belarussian Players
Wimbledon faced controversy in 2022 when it was stripped of its ranking points by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and Women's Tennis Association (WTA) for barring Russian and Belarussian players from competing.
The All England Club has decided to allow players from Russia and Belarus to participate.
These player, cannot represent their national flags or receive support or funding from their respective nations.
The Queue
The Queue is a unique tradition associated with Wimbledon.
Despite the availability of online ticketing, fans still line up in a queue to purchase premier and normal tickets for the tournament.
The craze for the Queue is so intense that people start lining up the evening before the day they wish to attend.
Wimbledon's official website states that 500 tickets for Centre Court (excluding the last four days), No.1 Court, and No.2 Court will be sold for each day of play.
It's important to note that tickets purchased through the Queue are non-transferable.
Prize Money
Wimbledon 2023 offers a record-breaking total prize money purse of £44,700,000.
This reflects an increase of 11.2% compared to the previous year.
The winners of the Men's Singles and Women's Singles categories will each receive £2,350,000, a significant increase from the 2022 edition.
Prize money will also be awarded to players in other rounds and categories, including doubles, mixed doubles, wheelchair, and invitational doubles.
| Category | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| Men's Singles/Women's Singles (Winners) | £2,350,000 |
| Men's Singles/Women's Singles (Runners-up) | £1,340,000 |
| Men's Doubles/Women's Doubles (Winners) | £600,000 |
| Men's Doubles/Women's Doubles (Runners-up) | £300,000 |
| Mixed Doubles (Winners) | £128,000 |
| Mixed Doubles (Runners-up) | £64,000 |
Indian Representation
India will have a limited representation at Wimbledon 2023.
Rohan Bopanna, partnering with Australia's Matthew Ebden, will participate in the Men's Doubles category.
The sole Indian player in the Singles competition will be Ankita Raina.
As for the Ladies Legends Invitation Doubles event, India's tennis ace, Sania Mirza, may team up with Great Britain's Johanna Konta.
Notable Players and Records
Wimbledon 2023 will witness the participation of some of the biggest stars in tennis.
Novak Djokovic, aiming for his fifth consecutive Wimbledon title and eighth overall, will be looking to equal Roger Federer's record of eight wins at the Centre Court.
The top-seeded player, Carlos Alcaraz, will be a strong contender, especially with Rafael Nadal's absence.
Alcaraz and Djokovic faced each other in the French Open semi-finals, with Djokovic emerging as the victor.
Alcaraz has previously defeated Djokovic in the ATP Masters 1000 Madrid semi-final in 2022.
Key Facts and Information
- Reigning champion Elena Rybakina will open play in the Women's Singles category against America's Shelby Rogers.
- Iga Swiatek, the current World Number 1, will make her Wimbledon debut against Zhu Lin.
- Russian and Belarussian players will make their return to Wimbledon after being banned in 2022.
- Venus Williams, a five-time Wimbledon singles champion, will face Tokyo 2020 bronze medalist Elina Svitolina in the opening round as a wild-card entry.
- Live telecast of Wimbledon 2023 matches will be available in India through Star Sports channels. Disney+ Hotstar will also broadcast the matches on its platform, requiring a subscription to access the live stream.
With the stage set for another exhilarating edition of Wimbledon, fans around the world eagerly await the thrilling matches, breathtaking rallies, and unforgettable moments that define this prestigious tournament.
From the iconic grass courts to the passionate crowd, Wimbledon continues to captivate tennis enthusiasts and showcase the brilliance of the sport at its finest.
Stay tuned for two weeks of intense competition, as the world's best tennis players battle it out for glory at Wimbledon 2023.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is accurate at the time of writing. Please refer to official sources and websites for the most up-to-date information regarding Wimbledon 2023.
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