After two weeks that have seen the hallowed grass courts of the All England Club deliver their usual blend of tradition and unpredictable drama, the Wimbledon Championships 2025 have reached their highly anticipated final weekend. This tournament has certainly not been short on surprises, with several top seeds making unexpectedly early exits – a phenomenon that keeps spectators on the edge of their seats and underscores the depth of talent in modern tennis. Now, the focus narrows to the pinnacle: the finals that will crown the champions.
The stage is meticulously set for the matches that players dream of reaching from the moment they first pick up a racquet. Here is a comprehensive look at what awaits as Wimbledon concludes.
Saturday`s Grand Finale: The Order of Play
Saturday is packed with championship deciders across various disciplines. The action is scheduled to unfold as follows:
CENTRE COURT, FROM 1:30 PM BST
- Men`s doubles final: Rinky Hijikata and David Pel vs. Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool (5)
- Women`s singles final: Amanda Anisimova (13) vs. Iga Swiatek (8)
The culmination of the women`s singles tournament takes centre stage.
NO. 1 COURT, FROM 11 AM BST
- Men`s wheelchair doubles final: Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid (1) vs. Martin De La Puente and Ruben Spaargaren (2)
- Boys` doubles final: Oliver Bonding and Jagger Leach (8) vs. Oskari Paldanius and Alan Wazny (4)
- Girls` singles final: Mia Pohankova vs. Julieta Pareja (6)
NO. 3 COURT, FROM 11 AM BST
- Women`s wheelchair singles final: Yui Kamijivs vs. Ziying Wang (4)
- Quad wheelchair doubles final: Guy Sasson and Niels Vink (1) vs. Donald Ramphadi and Gregory Slade
A full slate of finals outside Centre Court highlights the breadth of the championships.
A New Time for the Showpiece
Notably, the start time for both the men`s and women`s singles finals has been adjusted. Traditionally beginning at 2 PM BST, the marquee matches are now scheduled to commence at 4 PM BST (11 AM ET). This two-hour shift introduces an interesting possibility: should the men`s final extend into a lengthy five-set battle, it could potentially conclude under the Centre Court roof as daylight fades towards sunset.
Centre Court, ready for the final battles.
Sunshine, and Plenty of It: The Forecast
Defying the often-cited stereotype of rain delays at Wimbledon, London has been experiencing a prolonged heatwave throughout much of the tournament. This trend is set to continue for the final weekend. The meteorological forecast for Saturday predicts a sunny day with temperatures soaring to a warm 31 degrees Celsius. Sunset is anticipated around 9:14 PM BST, providing ample daylight, though the heat itself will add another factor for players and spectators alike to contend with. Perhaps a Pimm`s will be less about battling the chill and more about finding some much-needed refreshment.
Sunny conditions have been a hallmark of this year`s tournament.
The Rewards of Victory: A Look at the Prize Fund
Beyond the honour, the trophy, and the immortalisation in tennis history, there is, of course, the significant financial reward. The total prize money pool for the 2025 championships stands at a staggering £53.5 million. The champions in the coveted men`s and women`s singles events will each receive a winner`s cheque for £3 million, marking a notable 11% increase compared to the previous year.
For the doubles specialists, the winning men`s and women`s pairs will share £680,000, while the mixed doubles champions will take home £135,000.
The breakdown for singles competitors highlights the significant rewards throughout the later stages:
- Winner: £3m
- Runner-up: £1.52m
- Semifinal: £775,000
- Quarterfinal: £400,000
- Fourth round: £240,000
- Third round: £152,000
- Second round: £99,000
- First round: £66,000
The coveted trophy awaits the champions, alongside substantial financial rewards.
Anticipation Builds
With the courts prepared, the players ready, the schedule confirmed, and the weather (mostly) cooperating, all that remains is for the final balls to be struck. The final weekend of Wimbledon 2025 promises a fittingly dramatic conclusion to a tournament that has already delivered its share of upsets and unforgettable moments.
Marcus Bellamy