Wimbledon is set to kick off its women’s semifinals today, July 10, featuring two exciting matches at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. This year’s women’s singles competition has already made history, with an unprecedented elimination of three top-five seeds in the first round—the first time this has occurred in the Open era (since 1968). Currently, only the No. 1 seed, Aryna Sabalenka, remains in the tournament.
Sabalenka is set to take on American player Amanda Anisimova, who has a chance to become the first American woman to reach a Wimbledon final since Serena Williams in 2019. Should Sabalenka advance, it would mark her fourth consecutive major final appearance.
The second semifinal will showcase unseeded Swiss player Belinda Bencic against No. 8 seed Iga Świątek, a five-time Grand Slam champion. This match holds significance as it marks Świątek’s inaugural appearance in a Wimbledon semifinal, while Bencic makes history as the first Swiss woman to reach this stage since 1998.
Fans looking to catch these exciting matches can tune in at:
– 8:30 a.m. ET: Aryna Sabalenka vs. Amanda Anisimova (ESPN)
– 10 a.m. ET: Belinda Bencic vs. Iga Świątek (ESPN)
For those without cable, there are several streaming options available. DIRECTV offers a free trial for five days, while other platforms like fuboTV and Hulu + Live TV also have free trial options to catch the action. Additionally, every match can be streamed on ESPN+, which can be bundled with other services for added value.
The highly competitive nature of this year’s championship not only highlights the evolving landscape of women’s tennis but also adds an element of excitement as rising stars face off against seasoned champions. Don’t miss today’s thrilling matches that promise to deliver unforgettable moments on the grass courts of Wimbledon.