Wimbledon stays free-to-air on the BBC until at least 2033
A new BBC deal with the All England Club keeps the grass-court Grand Slam widely accessible on TV, radio, iPlayer and digital platforms across the UK.
Daniel Fletcher
Writer ·
Wimbledon will remain on free-to-air television in the UK until at least 2033 after the BBC secured a new agreement with the All England Club.
Why the deal matters
Only the singles finals are protected by listed-event rules, so wider live coverage could otherwise have drifted further behind subscription services. The agreement keeps the tournament broadly available on BBC television, radio, iPlayer and digital platforms.
Balancing reach and revenue
For Wimbledon, the deal preserves national reach while the championships continue to earn from tickets, hospitality and commercial partnerships.
What happens next
The agreement arrives alongside pressure for coverage to feel fresher, with new presentation ideas and technology expected around the Championships.
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