The Wimbledon draw was unveiled at 10am on Friday, June 26, 2026, setting the stage for the third Grand Slam of the year. Emma Raducanu and Serena Williams discovered their first-round opponents, while Novak Djokovic learned his path to a potential 25th major championship.
Raducanu Faces Antonia Ruzic
British star Emma Raducanu, the 2021 US Open champion, will face Croatia's Antonia Ruzic in the opening round. Ruzic, 23, has a career singles record of 225-118 but has never advanced beyond the first round at Wimbledon. Raducanu, who has yet to surpass the fourth round at SW19, aims to change that this year.
Serena Williams Drawn Against Maya Joint
Serena Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion and seven-time Wimbledon winner, has been drawn against Australia's Maya Joint. Joint, ranked World No. 53 at just 20 years old, presents a challenging opener for Williams, who seeks her eighth Wimbledon title.
Djokovic Eyes 25th Major
Novak Djokovic, chasing a 25th Grand Slam title and eighth Wimbledon crown, looks to end a three-year drought in major wins. He will face stiff competition from defending champion Jannik Sinner and others. The men's singles draw details are forthcoming.
Tournament Context
The 2026 Wimbledon Championships follow the Australian and French Opens. Defending champions Jannik Sinner (men's) and Iga Swiatek (women's) headline the tournament, which runs from next week at the All England Club in SW19.
