Twenty-one British players set for Wimbledon singles draws
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:51 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
A total of 21 British players are competing in the singles draws at Wimbledon this summer. Among them is Emma Raducanu, a former US Open champion and 30th seed, who is aiming to build on her past performance despite recent setbacks. Katie Boulter, ranked 59th, looks to find her form after reaching the Queen's semi-finals. Other notable players include Fran Jones, who achieved her first grand slam win at the French Open, and wildcard entrants like Harriet Dart and Alicia Dudeney, who make their Wimbledon debuts. The tournament begins soon at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, where these players will look to advance beyond previous rounds.
- •Emma Raducanu is the 30th seed and former US Open champion.
- •Katie Boulter reached the semi-finals at Queen's, beating the No. 2 seed.
- •Fran Jones secured her first grand slam victory at the French Open last month.
- •Harriet Dart will be making her eighth appearance at Wimbledon.
- •Alicia Dudeney and Hannah Klugman are among the wildcard entrants.
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"From grand slam champions to underdogs ranked outside the world’s top 300, these are the home players who will be taking to the grass at SW19 in the singles draws
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