Wimbledon will risk a backlash from the world’s top tennis stars by making them stay in Covid-secure hotels in central London as a condition for entry into this summer’s Championships. Sportsmail has learned that all players, coaches and umpires will be told they must stay in designated hotels rather than book private accommodation in Wimbledon, which is the preferred option for the vast majority of players. The All England Club will announce further details of their operational plan for Wimbledon next week. Many players have become accustomed to renting the same house in Wimbledon every year, often for five- figure sums. The tournament has block booked a west London hotel for official personnel, in line with current ATP Tour protocols.

Source: Daily Mail March 11, 2021 22:31 UTC