Wimbledon 2025: What Time Do Matches Start Each Day?

It doesn’t get better for British tennis fans than the two weeks of tennis at Wimbledon, with lots of exhilarating action at the only Grand Slam event to be held on grass.

Whether you’re surveying the Wimbledon betting markets or simply want to absorb as much tennis as possible, it’s a dream fortnight to settle in on the sofa for up to 12 hours per day.

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There’s an enormous amount to get stuck into from a betting perspective. Matches also run deep into the evening, meaning fans can watch several hours once they get home from work.

When Does Wimbledon Start Each Day?

Play begins at 11am on the outside courts at Wimbledon. Matches usually begin at 1pm and 1:30pm on Court No. 1 and Centre Court, respectively.

Finals start at 1pm on Centre Court on the second weekend of the championships with the singles finals taking place at 4pm, which gives fans plenty of time to sample the traditional strawberries and cream at Wimbledon.

When Does Play Finish at Wimbledon?

Play usually ends at around 9pm on Wimbledon’s two main courts. This can vary depending on weather conditions and match state.

There is an 11pm curfew for all matches at the All England Club. If a match is still going at this time, it will be pushed onto the next day. The match must be concluded before the following matches can begin.

What Time Can I Arrive At Wimbledon?

The grounds open at 10am each day. Debenture holders’ restaurants and bars open half an hour later.

Wimbledon is packed from 10am onwards with fans stocking up on refreshments or making their way to their preferred court.

How Is Order of Play Decided At Wimbledon?

The order of play for each day at Wimbledon is announced at some point in the late afternoon or early evening on the previous day

This is decided by The Championships’ Referee and is posted on social media as well as in the Gate 3 piazza and outside the Debenture Holders’ facilities at the north side of Centre Court.

The scheduling has to take into account the singles commitments for players involved in the doubles draws and may give special consideration to British players given the support they receive at their home Slam.

There are plenty of challenges to navigate with Wimbledon scheduling, including keeping the broadcasters happy. The projected length of matches is also key, too, as a backlog can complicate the schedule for the upcoming days.