Wimbledon embraces phone use as World Cup captivates fans

During the 2026 Wimbledon Championships, which began on June 29 and runs until July 12, spectators find themselves torn between the tennis matches and the ongoing World Cup in North America. Although Wimbledon organizers decided against broadcasting World Cup games on-site, many fans are following the scores on their phones. Tournament director Jamie Baker noted the light-hearted atmosphere as some players express interest in discussing the World Cup but avoid the topic with players from teams that did not qualify. England's progression in the tournament has prompted cheers from the crowd at Wimbledon, particularly during pivotal moments of their matches.

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