A strong contingent of British tennis players is set to compete at Wimbledon, with 23 singles players vying for a spot in the main draw. This is the highest number of British singles players since 1984, and it’s a testament to the growth of talent in the country.
The success of former British number one Andy Murray has inspired a new generation of young players, including Cameron Norrie and Jacob Fearnley, who have developed their skills in the US college system. The presence of multiple top-200 ranked players is also a result of Britain’s growing tennis infrastructure, which includes state-of-the-art facilities like the national centre in Roehampton.
British women’s number three Sonay Kartal attributes the success to a combination of factors, including having good sparring partners and a healthy rivalry. She is joined by other top British players, such as Emma Raducanu, who has regained her position as the country’s number one, and Katie Boulter, who remains a threat on grass.
The doubles scene is also thriving in Britain, with Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool emerging as a standout pairing. They have won three ATP titles this year and are among the favourites for Wimbledon men’s doubles. The women’s doubles draw also features several British players, including Olivia Nicholls and Neal Skupski, who aims to defend his title.
In the wheelchair events, Alfie Hewett defends his men’s singles title, while Gordon Reid has direct entry. Britain’s leading two women in the quad wheelchair event, Lucy Shuker and Cornelia Oosthuizen, also received wildcards.
With a strong home contingent competing at Wimbledon, British tennis fans are eagerly anticipating an exciting tournament that promises to deliver plenty of upsets and thrilling matches.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cm2my49x07eo