Tennis News Update: Wimbledon Wheelchair Events Expanded for 2023
In an exciting development for the world of wheelchair tennis, the Wimbledon tournament has announced that the wheelchair singles and doubles draws will be doubled in size for the 2023 edition. This move brings the Wimbledon wheelchair events in line with the other Grand Slam tournaments.
The singles competitions will now feature a 16-player draw, while the doubles events will include eight teams. This expansion aligns Wimbledon with the Australian Open and US Open, which already host 16 singles players and eight doubles teams in their quad events.
The increase in the number of matches means that the wheelchair competition at Wimbledon will now begin a day earlier, on July 9th. This change allows for a more comprehensive and exciting tournament experience for both players and fans.
With the centenary of the public ballot for Wimbledon tickets approaching, the All England Club has reported an “unprecedented number of applications” from tennis enthusiasts around the world. The strongest international demand has come from the United States, Spain, and France, showcasing the global appeal of the prestigious Wimbledon Championships.
Wimbledon 2023 will be held from July 1st to July 14th, and the expanded wheelchair events will undoubtedly add to the excitement and drama of this year’s tournament. Tennis fans can look forward to an even more thrilling Wimbledon experience, with the increased participation of wheelchair athletes at the heart of the action.
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