Wimbledon 2026 Day 8: Roger Federer steals the spotlight on Centre Court

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A new week gets underway at the All England Club as the Championships move into day eight, with the race for the quarter-finals intensifying at SW19. Monday's order of play features plenty of star power, with Britain's Arthur Fery taking on Grigor Dimitrov and rising star Alexandra Eala facing former Wimbledon finalist Jasmine Paolini.

As the second week begins, another star-studded crowd has descended on the All England Club. Eight-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer is among the biggest names returning to SW19, joining a host of celebrities, royals and sporting figures watching the action from Centre Court and the Royal Box.

With world-class tennis on court and another stylish line-up of famous faces in the stands, there's plenty to see both on and off the grass.

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Take a look at all the standout arrivals from day eight below…

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Roger Federer​

Eight-time champion Roger Federer returned to his favourite stomping grounds, looking sharp in a tailored olive double-breasted suit.

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Carole and Pippa Middleton​

Pippa Middleton stepped out at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on Monday afternoon, alongside her mother, Carole.

The lookalike mother-daughter duo looked suitably resplendent in their chic attire - Carole, 71, donned a classic white dress which she layered with a blue linen blazer, and mother of three, Pippa, showcased her fashion credentials in a dazzling new frock.

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Ncuti Gatwa​

Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa stepped out in a slick statement suit for a day at the tennis.

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James Norton was spotted soaking up the sunshine at the All England Club. He looked suave in his grey blazer and burgundy tie.

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Katherine Jenkins​

Katherine Jenkins kept her courtside look classic and polished at SW19, stepping out in a structured white blazer and wide-leg trousers.

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli​

Andrea Kimi Antonelli swapped his Mercedes race suit for something a little more traditional as he stepped out at SW19. Fresh from an action-packed weekend at the British Grand Prix, the F1 superstar looked completely in his element, enjoying a relaxing day at the tennis.

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Lenny Henry​

Sir Lenny Henry and Lisa Makin looked like they were having the best time as they strolled into Wimbledon together.

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Claudia Winkleman​

Kris Thykier and Claudia Winkleman paused for a photograph ahead of taking their seats.


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Judy Murray​

Judy Murray beamed as she arrived for day eight, looking lovely in a textured white polo top and smartly tailored light grey trousers.

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David Harewood​

David Harewood appeared to be in great spirits on day eight of the Championships, stepping out in a tailored light grey textured double-breasted suit paired with a classic striped tie and black leather loafers.

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