All Your Wimbledon Questions Answered: Strawberries, Queue, Weather, and Key Players

Have you ever wondered about the price of strawberries at Wimbledon? What about the chances of rain? How far will British hopes like Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu go? Or why you don`t see line judges anymore?

Our Q&A guide covers everything you need to know for the next two weeks of grass-court action at the All England Club. Carlos Alcaraz aims for a historic third straight title, facing strong challenges from world No. 1 Jannik Sinner and 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic.

This year sees the highest number of British players (22) in the main singles draws since 1988. Draper enters as a serious title contender, while Raducanu is showing some of her best form in years.

But first, let`s address some key questions:

How much does it cost to buy strawberries?

Organisers are raising the price of their world-famous strawberries and cream for the first time in 15 years this year! The All England Club has kept the price at £2.50 per portion since 2010, but that will increase by 20p for 2025.

The club sells around 140,000 punnets annually, meaning the new price is expected to generate an extra £28,000.

How does `The Queue` work?

The queue for on-the-day tickets begins in Wimbledon Park and eventually leads to the Gate 3 turnstiles where tickets are sold. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis, offering both Show Court and Grounds Pass tickets.

Key points to remember:

• No music or loud noise from 10 pm – 7 am.
• Do not leave the queue for more than 30 minutes at a time, or you may lose your spot.
• Moderate alcohol consumption is advised.
• Selfie sticks are not permitted.
• Tents can accommodate a maximum of two people; larger tents are prohibited.
• Pizza deliveries should be ordered to and picked up only at the Wimbledon Park Road gate.

Will it rain at Wimbledon?

While we can`t predict the weather with certainty, tennis fans will likely bring raincoats and umbrellas just in case of showers.

Expect high temperatures between 26 and 32 degrees Celsius and lows of 16 to 18 degrees Celsius, with rain forecast for Tuesday and Sunday in the first week.

Where have all the line judges gone?

Visitors to Wimbledon this year will observe a significant change on the courts. For the first time, there will be no line judges dressed by Ralph Lauren calling shots in or out, as video technology has taken over completely.

This decision has received mixed reactions. Some view it as progress, bringing Wimbledon in line with other tournaments, while others lament the loss of tradition and specific roles within the sport.

It should also eliminate disputes between players and officials over line calls, which have been the source of some of Wimbledon`s most famous moments.

Where can you watch the action once inside Wimbledon?

Head to Aorangi Terrace, commonly known as `Henman Hill`, which also goes by nicknames like `Murray Mound`. Perhaps we`ll hear `Draper’s Drop` or `Raducanu Ridge` this year?

A multimillion-pound development, set to be finished by the 2027 championships, will increase The Hill`s capacity by 20 percent and improve accessibility for wheelchair users.

Could this be Draper`s moment?

It`s nearly 10 years since Andy Murray won his second singles title, and this year seems like the best chance for a British men`s champion since then.

Over the past year, Draper has evolved from a dangerous `floater` to a legitimate contender for major titles. He has already secured his first Masters 1000 win at Indian Wells, reached another final in Madrid, and the semi-finals at Queen`s. With home crowd support, a game well-suited to grass, and a top-four seeding, his prospects look incredibly promising.

Can Raducanu add to her US Open title?

Now back at the top of the British rankings, Raducanu is arguably playing some of her best tennis since her remarkable US Open victory in 2021, though this follows a few challenging years due to injuries.

The 22-year-old is managing a back issue, but her informal coaching setup with Mark Petchey seems to be yielding positive results.

Alcaraz vs Sinner: Who wins?

Who needs the `Big Four` when you have these two? Alcaraz and Sinner delivered an epic French Open final, with the Spaniard saving three match points before ultimately winning in a fifth-set tie-break.

Sinner is yet to reach a Wimbledon final, but this young duo is currently a cut above the rest of the men`s field. A repeat final appearance would be no surprise at all.

Last hurrah for Djokovic?

Djokovic turned 38 in May and is acutely aware that time is becoming a factor in his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam title.

Although he lost to Alcaraz in the last two Wimbledon finals, he was incredibly close in 2023, and last year he was still recovering from knee surgery.

His mastery of grass courts gives him an edge over most competitors, and he has performed strongly in both Grand Slams this season, reaching the semi-finals each time.

While Alcaraz and Sinner are undoubtedly the favourites, Novak Djokovic should not be ruled out.

Name three other players to watch at Wimbledon…

Alexander Bublik

The unpredictable Kazakh, who reportedly prefers a trip to Las Vegas over a training camp, defeated Draper at the French Open and overcame Sinner en route to winning the Halle title last week. His game is a thrilling mix of pinpoint serves, powerful winners, and delicate drop shots. He is temperamental, wonderfully unpredictable, and always entertaining to watch.

Tatjana Maria

The German mother of two emerged unexpectedly to win at Queen`s Club earlier this month. Maria had an impressive run through qualifying, beating four top-20 players with her slicing game to become the oldest WTA 500 champion at 37. Could bringing back a touch of 1980s-style tennis lead her to the ultimate prize at Wimbledon?

Qinwen Zheng

With a large Chinese fanbase, Olympic champion Zheng might arguably be the most globally recognizable female player. She has also developed a reputation for unconventional on-court actions, such as hitting winners during warm-ups or changing her rackets and shoes during an opponent`s service game, as seen most recently against Raducanu at Queen`s.