Wimbledon 2024 LIVE: Andy Murray leaves fans waiting to see if he will play on Centre Court on second day of Championships – after David Beckham and Sir David Attenborough watch Emma Raducanu cruise to victory in opening round
Sir Andy Murray will decide today whether he is fit enough to play on Centre Court in what is expected to be his final singles campaign at Wimbledon.
The two-time former champion is one of 12 British players in action in the singles today after Emma Raducanu, Lily Mayazaki and Sonay Kartal progressed to the second round on Monday.
The championship got underway in spectacular style with former England captain David Beckham taking his place in the Royal Box on Centre Court, where he was joined by Sir David Attenborough, Katherine Jenkins, Jamie Cullum and Alexander Armstrong.
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MailSport reporter Tamara Prenn revealed that a glass of Pimms at Wimbledon this year will cost tennis fans almost £10 after food and drink prices were increased before the tournament.
For those looking to quench their thirst, a pint of beer – tournament sponsor Stella Artois is likely to be the fortnight’s favourite – will set you back £8.50. That’s almost £1 more than last year’s relatively reasonable £7.55.
Read Tamara’s report here:
Watch: Sir David Attenborough receives ovation in Royal Box
There was a beautiful moment in the Royal Box yesterday when spectators cheered Sir David Attenborough as he walked to his seat.
The 98-year-old presenter and naturalist walked past David Beckham and a number of other celebrities in the box overlooking Centre Court.
Cold start for fans as lines get longer on day 2
Wimbledon fans wrapped up warmly and lined up outside the All England Club on Tuesday, umbrellas at the ready.
MailOnline reporters Olivia Christie and Mark Duell report that Emma Raducanu joked that she was inspired by England’s ‘ugly’ victory over Slovakia at the European Championships after beating Renata Zarazua in her opening match
The British star player defeated the world number 98 from Mexico 7-6 6-3, as Three Lions legend David Beckham looked on from the Royal Box.
It was the 21-year-old’s first race at the championship since she was absent due to injury 12 months ago, and her main goal was to reach the finish line.
Read Olivia and Mark’s report here:
In Pictures: Snapshot of Day One at Wimbledon
Our showbiz reporter Rebecca Lawrence reports that Katherine Jenkins was reunited with David Beckham at Wimbledon on Monday, seven years after their OBE drama.
The 44-year-old singer looked stylish as she joined her husband Andrew Levitas at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in south-west London, before taking her seat in the Royal Box.
She was positioned directly behind the former England footballer for the outing, but the two were not photographed together.
Read Rebecca’s report here:
Order of play
Let’s take a look at the action on the field today, with 12 Britons in action hoping to join Emma Raducanu, Lily Mayazaki and Sonay Kartal in the second round.
Centre Court from 1.30pm:
Marketa Vondrousova (6) vs Jessica Bouzas Maneiro
Novak Djokovic (2) vs Vit Kopriva
Andy Murray vs Tomas Machac
Elena Rybakina (4) vs Elena-Gabriela Ruse
Alexander Zverev (4) vs Roberto Carballes Baena
Iga Swiatek (1) vs Sofia Kenin
Jack Draper (pictured) (28) v Elias Ymer
Katie Boulter (32) vs Tatjana Maria
Cameron Norrie vs Facundo Diaz Acosta
Dan Evans vs Alejandro Tabilo (24)
Harriet Dart vs Zhuoxuan Bai
Jacob Fearnley vs Alejandro Moro Canas
Paul Jubb vs Thiago Seyboth Wild
Billy Harris vs. Jaume Munar
Henry Searle vs Marcos Giron
Francesca Jones vs Petra Martić
Jan Choinski vs Luciano Darderi
Mark Duell reports Wimbledon fans are in for an emotional day when Sir Andy Murray declares himself fit for a final campaign at the All England Club.
The two-time former champion, who is taking his time until the last minute to decide whether he can play, is one of 12 Britons in action in the singles today.
Reigning women’s champion Marketa Vondrousova opens play on Centre Court, while seven-time winner Novak Djokovic bids to regain the men’s title.
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Hello and welcome to MailOnline’s live broadcast, bringing you updates, reactions and pictures from the second day of the Wimbledon Championships.
The tournament, one of the highlights of the British summer, got underway on Monday with a star-studded line-up. Former England captain David Beckham, esteemed naturalist Sir David Attenborough and singer Katherine Jenkins were in the Royal Box overlooking Centre Court.
Wimbledon fans are hoping to catch a glimpse of Sir Andy Murray on court, which will determine whether he is fit enough to play his first-round singles match against Tomas Machac.
Stay tuned to our coverage as we bring you up to date on all the glitz, glamour and goings-on at the All England Club.
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