In Wimbledon’s famous queue, fans keep tradition alive by waiting hours for tickets
Summary
At Wimbledon, fans line up early in the morning to buy tickets on the day of the match, continuing a long-standing tradition known as "The Queue." Some people wait for many hours, even overnight, to get tickets for major matches on the show courts.Key Facts
- Wimbledon allows fans to buy some tickets in person on match days.
- The Queue is the name of the line where fans wait for tickets.
- Fans can get a numbered card showing their place in the line.
- This year, some fans have waited up to seven hours, arriving as early as 4 a.m.
- The size of the crowd in The Queue has returned to levels seen before COVID-19.
- Fans bring food, drink, games, and blankets to stay comfortable while waiting.
- Players appreciate fans’ efforts in waiting long hours to see the matches.
- About 500 tickets are available for the main show courts each day.
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