Wimbledon and BBC Sport extend partnership to 2033
The BBC has secured the broadcasting rights for the Wimbledon tennis tournament until 2033. The deal ensures the event remains free-to-air in the UK while introducing new digital and editorial approaches to coverage.
Why it matters
This agreement preserves long-standing public access to a major sporting event while highlighting the evolution of media consumption in the digital age.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Iga Swiatek won the Wimbledon women s singles title in 2025
The report is a straightforward announcement of a business partnership between a public broadcaster and a sporting body.
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