Wimbledon 2026 Schedule & Order of Play

Wimbledon 2026 Schedule Overview

Wimbledon is one of the oldest and one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world. It’s the longest-running of the four Grand Slams, first contested all the way back in 1877, and remains the only tennis major still played on grass. The 139th edition in 2026 will be the 139th overall, taking up a fortnight (14 days) of the schedule from Monday 29 June to Sunday 12 July. The qualifiers start even earlier, and culminate on Saturday (11th) and Sunday (12th) in mid-July with the Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s singles finals. 

Wimbledon 2026 follows the traditional Grand Slam knockout format: a 128-player singles draw worked through over the fortnight via single-elimination matches, with best-of-five sets for the men’s singles and best-of-three for the women’s singles. On this page, we’ll cover the schedule and order of play to help you navigate the Wimbledon schedule for 2026. All main-draw matches are played at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in southwest London. As usual, Centre Court serves as the principal stage with No.1 Court acting as Robin to Centre Court’s Batman.

Key Facts about the Wimbledon 2026 schedule

Wimbledon 2026 Full Schedule

As with all other Grand Slam events, the Wimbledon schedule follows the same round-by-round structure. There are seven rounds in each singles draw, played across 14 days of high-octane tennis. 

The first six days greatly reduce the field by narrowing the shortlist of contenders from 128 to 16. What follows is a high-stakes all-out warfare on grass between the crème de la crème in both the ATP and WTA fields. Doubles, mixed doubles, wheelchair, junior and invitational events are layered into the same fortnight, with their later rounds typically slotted into the closing weekend.

Please use the table below to view the schedule for the entire tournament. The Wimbledon order of play will be explained in the next paragraph.

Note: Please remember that while dates are pre-confirmed, weather conditions could impose delays, while longer matches could delay the start of later events, so always check the latest info on Wimbledon’s official site or 7bet’s tennis betting catalogue. 

Some Important Information 

New for this year is the schedule change for the Singles Finals. Traditionally, they started at 2 PM BST, but in 2026, the first Finals serve will come no earlier than 4 PM. This was a deliberate choice by the organisers, as they try to increase viewership numbers in South and North America.

In addition, doubles rounds, wheelchair and junior events are also spread out across the fortnight. For outright winner markets across both singles draws and pre-match Wimbledon betting odds, see our Wimbledon betting odds page.

Wimbledon Order of Play Explained

The Wimbledon order of play is the officially published daily schedule. The organisers arrange it and confirm the venue for each match, the running order for each event, on every single day. 

The order of play is handled by the All England Club Referees’ Office. Most of the time, it’s published at approximately 6:00 PM BST on the evening before. It’s then published on the official Wimbledon website and app, and also distributed to accredited media.

How are Court Assignments Determined?

They are decided by the Referee’s Office, which is in constant communication with broadcasters. 

The general principles are as follows:

• No.1 & Centre Court get the most prominent matches (retractable roofs)
• They usually feature top seeds, defending champions, popular British players, or marquee head-to-heads
• Aforementioned types of matches usually get full TV coverage

No. 2 Court, No. 3 Court, and the smaller outside courts are usually reserved for other matches. Showdowns on Centre Court typically begin at 1:30 PM, while other courts tend to open at 11:00 AM.

Why Schedules May Change During the Tournament?

While official, the Wimbledon Order of Play is provisional until each match begins. This is due to several factors that may shift court assignments and start times, even mid-day. The factors that cause alterations are:

• Weather delays – requiring roofs to be retracted, matches moved or suspended
• Match overruns – an epic 5-set showdown can push the rest of the court’s schedule significantly
• Light conditions – especially on courts without floodlights

The order on outside courts is given as a sequence (“Match 1, Match 2, Match 3…”) rather than fixed time slots, so always check updates and weather forecasts to be aware of the most likely delays.

You can find the official order of play for Wimbledon 2026 on wimbledon.com and the Wimbledon app each evening. Our sportsbook also reflects this with information that updates in real-time, with IN-PLAY betting availability providing a clear reflection on which matches are set to begin or are still in play.

Key Dates to Watch

While the Championships run for an entire fortnight, it’s evident that some stages of the Wimbledon schedule draw more attention than others. That’s due to quality of tennis, and the volume of broadcast coverage. Here are some key dates to watch.

Opening Rounds (29 June – 4 July)

The first week is crucial because it’s when most upsets occur. Seeded players can be drawn into unfavourable matchups against grass-court specialists without solid rankings. The first Monday is one of the most-watched days of the entire fortnight. Defending champs and British wildcards often receive Centre Court or Court No. 1 spots during these rounds.

Manic Sunday / Manic Monday (5-6 July)

Both Round of 16 days have earned an appropriate and historic nickname “Manic”. In previous years, the entire Round of 16 was played on one day, but it has been redistributed across two days post-2022. Make sure to see how your favourites are doing these days, as “Manic” Sundays and Mondays could be the turning point for both favourites and Cinderellas.

Quarter-Finals and Semi-Finals (7-10 July)

Once the second week’s knockout matches commence, the viewership numbers start to dramatically increase. All four singles QFs (two men’s, two ladies’) are completed on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Then, it’s the Ladies’ Singles semi-finals on Thursday 9 July, followed by the Gentlemen’s semis on the next day. Both semi-final days are reserved for the Centre Court. If you’re particularly interested in wagering, make sure to see how the Wimbledon betting odds look before these key matches by using the data from our sportsbook. 

Finals Weekend (11-12 July)

Once the two finalists from each draw are determined, it’s time for the main showdowns. The Ladies’ Singles Final is scheduled to start on Saturday, 11 July, no earlier than 4:00 PM BST.

On the next day (Sunday, 12 July), the Gentlemen’s Singles Final should commence no earlier than 4:00 PM BST. Trophy presentations follow each Singles final immediately on court.

FAQ

Where is Wimbledon 2026 Being Played?

Wimbledon 2026 is always hosted by the same venue – the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London (SW19). It’s been the home of the Championships since 1877 and uses 18 grass courts to accommodate the immense field of athletes.

How Long Does Wimbledon Last?

As standard, Wimbledon is scheduled for 14 consecutive days. In 2026, the schedule means the tournament will run from Monday, 29 June to Sunday, 12 July. It’s interesting to know that before 2022, there used to be a rest day, but it has since been abolished. Pre-tournament Qualifying runs from Monday, 22 June to Thursday, 25 June 2026.

When is the Wimbledon Draw Announced?

The Wimbledon 2026 draw will be announced on Friday, 26 June 2026, three days before play begins. There is an entire ceremony that is streamed on the official Wimbledon channels. 

Which Court Hosts the Wimbledon Final?

Both Singles finals are played on Centre Court. It is the most prestigious and has the largest capacity for fans. 

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