The meteorological conditions dealt a sensitive blow to the Wimbledon schedule on July 2, 2025, when morning rains delayed the start of matches by more than an hour. The official start, initially planned for 10:00, was postponed until around 11:15 Greenwich time, which created serious logistical challenges for the organizers.
Despite initial forecasts for sunny weather, intense rainfall forced management to take immediate action. The quick response included covering the open courts, reinforcing drainage systems, and transferring some matches to indoor playing areas.
Among the most anticipated players that day were top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz, as well as local hopes Emma Raducanu, Cameron Norrie, and Arthur Fery. The meteorological disturbances further complicated the already tense tournament schedule, which had already been disrupted by extreme heat during the first two days.
The organizational team demonstrated high professionalism by successfully adapting the program to unexpected challenges, ensuring maximum preservation of the original competition plan.