Titans and underdogs alike hit the grass today, as Wimbledon 2026 kicks off its first round with more than a few blockbuster matchups lurking just around the corner.
Reigning champion world No. 3 Iga Świątek headlines the 2026 field, flanked by No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, No. 2 Elena Rybakina, and No. 4 Jessica Pegula.
“I feel like I’m starting from a totally different position, and I’m really in a place that I’m keeping my expectations low,” said Świątek. “I need to play matches and I need to adjust.”
All eyes will be on 44-year-old tennis icon Serena Williams, as 2026 Wimbledon wildcard opens her first singles campaign since 2022 against Australia’s Maya Joint tomorrow.
Should the seven-time Wimbledon champion advance, she’ll likely face No. 32 Alexandra Eala in the second round — before a potential third-round date with Świątek.
“Who knows if I’ll ever make it here again — this could be it,” Williams said this week. “People live to be an athlete. I have this great opportunity to showcase what I do best.”
Where to Watch Wimbledon 2026
Wimbledon coverage runs through July 11th, live on ESPN.
