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Hugh Grant causes debate after ‘falling asleep’ at Wimbledon

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10 Jul 2025 02:37
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Wimbledon is continuous to draw huge identify celebrities as the long-lasting tennis event reaches its closing phases, however for Hugh Grant, the thrill seemingly wasn’t there throughout yesterday’s quarter-final between Novak Djokovic and Flavio Cobolli.

The likes of Tom Holland, David Beckham and Olivia Rodrigo have all been noticed within the SW19 crowd in the previous couple of weeks taking in some thrilling tennis, though they most likely will not be as bothered in regards to the value of a pint than the remainder of us.

We have seen loads of humorous moments away from the precise sporting motion, whether or not it was the umpire being compelled to deal with the group after somebody popped opened a bottle of champagne earlier than a serve, whereas one other participant took a no-nonsense method when lifting her skirt to make some extent to a questioning umpire.

Whereas some video games are fully one-sided, tennis followers will agree that tie-breaks are among the most enjoyable conditions however it looks like Hugh missed a lot of the primary set tie-break after being noticed taking just a little kip by BBC Sport.

Hugh did handle to catch among the motion at the very least (John Walton/PA Wire)

Though the thrill could merely have been an excessive amount of for the 4 Weddings and a Funeral star, numerous tennis followers weren’t pleased with Hugh, particularly as tickets for the later phases are sometimes very arduous to pay money for.

One consumer wrote on X: “Cobolli I believe Hugh Grant owes you an enormous apology for being asleep in your tie breaker scenario, completely disrespectful.”

One other stated: “Hugh Grant is sleeping via the primary set tie break! T**ts like him and another ‘celebs’ who get privileged tickets for #Wimbledon2025 do not deserve them!!!”

A 3rd commented: “A bit an excessive amount of complimentary alcohol and solar for Hugh Grant on centre courtroom and within the Royal Field at Wimbledon in the present day. He will not get an invitation once more if he cannot be bothered to remain awake and watch!! #wimbledon.”

Nonetheless, not everybody was upset with the actor, because it appears his standing as a British icon has managed to save lots of his bacon with a couple of followers.

One commented: “Hugh Grant asleep within the royal field is the very best factor I’ve seen at #WIMBLEDON this 12 months!! I like this man!!”

A second defended the 64-year-old, saying: “Hugh Grant flat out kipping at Wimbledon is the very best factor I’ve seen in the present day.”

Funnily sufficient, Hugh’s little nap seemingly got here a couple of moments after chat with Queen Camilla, when he hopefully did not miss the chance to inform her the proper rating of 30 – Love, Truly.

Djokovic went on to win the match by three units to 1, and can tackle world primary Jannik Sinner in tomorrow’s semi-final.

LADbible has contacted the reps of Hugh Grant for remark.

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