Wimbledon 2026: Why do we see empty seats at tournament show courts?

It is not uncommon to see empty seats on Wimbledon's show courts throughout the tournament.

The sight may come as a surprise given the huge queues and sold-out status of the event every year, but there are a few reasons why empty seats on Centre Court and Court One should be expected.

South Africa 52-31 Wales: Junior Boks secure Junior World Championship semi-final spot

Junior World Championship

South Africa (26) 52

Tries: Schoeman, Adams, Mnebelele 2, Theron, Khosa, van Wyk 2 Cons: Ahmed 6

Wales (14) 31

Tries: C James, Emanuel, Darwin-Lewis, Bowen, Edwards Cons: Leggatt-Jones 3, Lucas

Tyson Fury fight with Anthony Joshua only in UK if start time suits America - Alalshikh

The proposed heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will only take place at Wembley Stadium if local authorities agree to a later-than-usual start time, according to Turki Alalshikh.

Wimbledon 2026: How to watch on BBC TV & iPlayer plus radio and BBC Sport website coverage

Every match from all 18 courts is available live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app, and there will also be daily television coverage on BBC One and BBC Two.

T20 Blast: Lancashire & Derbyshire tied in last-ball thriller

Vitality Blast, Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

Lancashire 150-8 (20 overs): Livingstone 31, Hurst 30; Sufyan 3-15

Derbyshire 150-9 (20 overs): Andersson 49; Anderson 2-21, Livingstone 2-24

Lancashire (2pts) tied with Derbyshire (2pts)

World Cup 2026: FA could appeal after Jarell Quansah red card v Mexico

The Football Association is considering whether to appeal against England defender Jarell Quansah's red card during the World Cup victory over Mexico.

Quansah was sent off in the 54th minute of Sunday's 3-2 win following a high challenge on Jesus Gallardo.