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BBC Ready to Increase Bid as Rivals Eye Wimbledon Rights

The BBC’s 2027 Charter review will overlap with a high-stakes tender for the 2028-30 Wimbledon rights.

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Overview

  • The BBC holds exclusive UK rights to Wimbledon until 2027 under a £60 million-a-year deal with the All England Club.
  • TNT Sports will share this year’s singles finals coverage and is preparing a comprehensive bid for the 2028-30 rights.
  • Sky Sports, which already has exclusive ATP/WTA and US Open deals, is targeting the next Wimbledon broadcast package.
  • Under Category A rules, Wimbledon must be shown free-to-air on terrestrial TV but rights can be split among multiple broadcasters.
  • The BBC’s Royal Charter renewal in 2027 adds a layer of complexity to its upcoming rights negotiations.