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Wimbledon Sticks to Current Camera Setup Amid Player Concerns

2/19/2026

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Wimbledon will maintain its current camera setup for the 2026 Championships.
The decision follows backlash over Coco Gauff's emotional moment at the Australian Open, including her racket-smashing.
Wimbledon officials say they prioritize player welfare and will review footage before broadcasting.
They also argue that behind-the-scenes access can boost fan engagement.
Players Iga Swiatek and Novak Djokovic have voiced discomfort with constant filming, likening it to animals in a zoo.

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Wimbledon will maintain its current camera setup for the 2026 Championships.
The decision follows backlash over Coco Gauff's emotional moment at the Australian Open, including her racket-smashing.
Wimbledon officials say they prioritize player welfare and will review footage before broadcasting.
They also argue that behind-the-scenes access can boost fan engagement.
Players Iga Swiatek and Novak Djokovic have voiced discomfort with constant filming, likening it to animals in a zoo.