At the prestigious All England Club, sporting legends and celebrities gathered to mark the opening day of Wimbledon, providing an exciting blend of tennis and stardom. Among the notable attendees were former soccer star David Beckham and tennis legend Maria Sharapova, who graced the event with their presence. Sharapova, crowned as the 2004 women’s champion at Wimbledon when she was just 17, captured a moment alongside Beckham, sharing a selfie on Instagram alongside the spirited caption, “Let the (Wimbledon) games begin,” adorned with a tennis ball emoji.
In a nod to her remarkable career, Sharapova is set to be celebrated further this year as she will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, paying tribute to her contributions to the sport.
David Beckham, well-known for his illustrious career as England’s former soccer captain, was among the distinguished guests expected on Centre Court during the tournament’s inaugural day. Sharing the day’s spotlight were notable personalities such as Academy Award-winning actor Eddie Redmayne and accomplished former England soccer manager Gareth Southgate.
During his soccer career, Beckham made a significant mark by becoming the unique player to score goals for England in three World Cups. Beyond his playing days, he continues to make an impact as the co-owner of Inter Miami, a prominent American club. The team, now featuring football superstar Lionel Messi, recently experienced a challenging match, being ousted from the Club World Cup in the United States after a 4-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.