Grand Slam Champions and Prominent British Players Receive Wimbledon Wild Cards

Several prominent tennis players have been awarded wildcards for the upcoming Wimbledon tournament starting on July 1st. Former NCAA champion Paul Jubb and former US Open champion Emma Raducanu are among the recipients, with Jubb making his third appearance and Raducanu returning after wrist and ankle surgeries. Notable players Naomi Osaka, Angelique Kerber, and Caroline Wozniacki, all returning from maternity leave, have also been granted wildcards. Additional British players, including Heather Watson, Fran Jones, and Liam Broady, have been awarded wildcards. The wild cards aim to boost British interest and recognize past performances at Wimbledon. The final wildcard allocations for both men's and women's singles will be announced soon.