Overview

• On July 9, cameras captured Hugh Grant nodding off in the Royal Box moments after greeting Queen Camilla during Novak Djokovic’s quarter-final against Flavio Cobolli.
• BBC Sport posted the footage on X with a playful caption and emojis, turning the brief snooze into a viral moment.
• Social media users have split between amused memes celebrating the nap and critics accusing Grant of disrespect and undeserved privileges.
• Royal Box invitations at Wimbledon are highly coveted for royalty, heads of state and prominent figures, intensifying debate over celebrity access.
• Novak Djokovic defeated Flavio Cobolli in four sets to advance to the semifinals, ensuring the tournament’s top seed remains on course.