Cur why dogs are not allowed at Wimbledon: traditions, grass, and quarantine Imagine: you are the world's number one tennis player, you win a match at Wimbledon, you step onto the court to greet the crowd, and your dog is waiting for you at the hotel. Not on the stands, not backstage, not in a designated pet area. Just waiting. For Arina Sobolenko, who travels the world with her cavalier king charles spaniel named Ash, this reality is Wimbledon's main pain. "It's hard for me to leave him alone at home because he really gets attached and suffers being left alone," the tennis player admits. But the organizers of the oldest tennis tournament in the world remain firm. Dogs are not allowed at Wimbledon. And this ban has at least three solid reasons that go deep into history. A tradition of nearly 150 years Wimbledon is not just a tournament. It is a temple of tennis, where every tradition is sacred. And the ban on domestic animals is one of the oldest. For almost a century and a half, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club has adhered to a strict rule: no dogs on the premises. This rule applies to everyone — players, spectators, guests, and even journalists. The tournament that until 2023 banned players from wearing colored or black underwear remains unyielding in terms of regulations. The ban on dogs is just one link in this conservative chain. However, in recent years, this ban has come under fire. It all started with the "Roland Garros" — the French Open, where organizers not only allowed players to bring their dogs but also created a real service for them: special walkers, nannies, and even official accreditation for pets. Mira Andreeva, who won the French Open in 2026, celebrated her victory on the court with her dog — and these photos went viral around the world. After such, many expected that Wimbledon would soften. They were disappointed. Three main reasons for the ban Why do the organizers of Wimbledon stubbornly adhere to this rule despite the requ ... Read more