What the competition is
The Championships include separate singles, doubles and other event draws. A court listing identifies both the competition and the order in which matches are scheduled. A not-before time sets a lower boundary; it is not a guarantee that previous matches will finish by that time. Centre Court is a venue within the tournament, not a separate competition.
Following the competition
Save the players, draw and court with the date. A grounds programme and a particular show-court session need not describe the same set of matches. For Australia, retain the London local date before conversion: a late evening match can fall on the next local day. Check the updated order of play rather than treating a previous day’s listing as the current programme.
| Detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Surface | Grass. |
| Draw | Singles and doubles results are separate. |
| Order of play | Lists the sequence on a court. |
| Not before | A minimum start boundary, subject to earlier play. |
Questions about this guide
Does not before 3pm promise a 3pm start?
No. Earlier matches and operational conditions can delay the start.
Is Centre Court a different tournament from Wimbledon?
No. It is one of the tournament’s courts.