Sell-out crowds cheer women's tournament at Queen’s Club

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:00 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Sell-out crowds cheer women's tournament at Queen’s Club
Summary

The Queen's Club tournament features sell-out crowds this week, highlighting the women's event over the men's. Serena Williams' participation, along with strong performances from Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter, has drawn significant attention. Spectators faced long queues at Barons Court station as they entered the event, contributing to the lively atmosphere. Fans are eager to see how the tournament unfolds in the coming days.

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  • Serena Williams participates in the tournament at Queen's Club.
  • Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter excel in matches.
  • Long queues form at Barons Court station on opening day.
  • Sell-out crowds contribute to a vibrant atmosphere.
  • The event runs this week with further matches scheduled.
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Serena Williams’ appearance plus Raducanu and Boulter doing so well put the men’s event in the shade this year One of the more amusing sights at the Queen’s Club tournament each year comes before even entering the grounds. On the first day of play on Monday, a deluge of spectators invariably descend on Barons Court station, just 150 metres from the entrance. So many people passing through a tiny London Underground station naturally means long queues at the barriers. That congestion is not helped by many of them comically pausing in front of the gates to frantically search for their debit cards or desperately try to unlock their phones. Continue reading...

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