Wimbledon has confirmed it will keep its broadcast camera set-up unchanged for this year’s championships, brushing off backlash that followed a Coco Gauff moment at the Australian Open.
The decision comes amid ongoing debate over how much behind-the-scenes access tennis broadcasters should have at major events.
Wimbledon’s stance aims to balance coverage demands with player concerns about privacy.
Wimbledon to keep cameras despite criticism over Gauff footage
Wimbledon has told players it will maintain its broadcast camera configuration even after recent controversy around player privacy at the Australian Open.
The Times reported that the All England Club confirmed there will be no changes to where cameras are placed at the 2026 Championships.
“Wimbledon has told players it will not be making any changes to its camera set-up at this year’s championships despite a backlash over behind-the-scenes access at the Australian Open,” the report revealed.
Organisers emphasised that behind-the-scenes footage creates additional storytelling opportunities for fans, even as some top players argue it can feel intrusive.
Wimbledon has also said private areas without cameras will still be available and that all camera positions will be clearly communicated ahead of play, but that has done little to quell criticism from athletes unsettled by increasing broadcast presence.
Coco Gauff backlash at Australian Open fuels privacy debate
The backlash that influenced the player discussions originated at the Australian Open earlier this year.
During that event, Coco Gauff was filmed smashing a racket in a corridor after a 6-1, 6-2 quarter-final defeat to Elina Svitolina, footage that was then broadcast despite her belief she was out of camera range.
Gauff later said she had tried to find a spot without cameras to vent her frustration, arguing that such moments should remain private.
Her comments sparked a broader conversation about player privacy and camera access at major tournaments, with several high-profile players commenting on the need for clear boundaries between match coverage and behind-the-scenes filming.
Organisers at the Australian Open have since responded publicly, saying they are listening to players’ concerns while balancing fan engagement with athlete comfort.
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