Queen’s Club Makes Historic Return to Women’s Tennis After 52 Years
Hey everyone, I’m really excited to talk about something historic happening in the world of tennis—Queen’s Club in London is hosting a women’s tournament for the first time in more than half a century. That’s right—since 1973, we haven't seen women compete on this iconic grass court. But now, in 2025, it’s back, and it’s making headlines for all the right reasons.
The tournament, which runs from June 9th to 15th, is now part of the WTA 500 series and has quickly become one of the biggest attractions in this grass court season. A mix of top-tier international stars and a strong British lineup is drawing fans from all corners. Headlining the event are big names like Emma Raducanu, the 2021 US Open champion, and Katie Boulter, currently Britain’s number one. They’re not alone—Sonay Kartal, Jodie Burrage, and Francesca Jones also secured wildcard entries, highlighting just how deep British women’s tennis is getting right now.
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And the competition? It’s fierce. Olympic gold medallist and world number seven Qinwen Zheng leads the field, along with 2024 Australian Open champion Madison Keys, Wimbledon champions Barbora Krejcikova and Elena Rybakina, and Petra Kvitova. It’s honestly like a mini Grand Slam right before Wimbledon kicks off later this month.
What’s also really exciting is how much effort the Lawn Tennis Association has put into making this tournament shine. We’re talking a revamped centre court, new seating with more legroom, and a massive prize fund of around £1 million. That’s a significant increase from standard WTA 500 prize pots, and the LTA has even pledged equal prize money for men and women at Queen’s by 2029.
This is more than just a tournament—it’s a statement. British women’s tennis is on the rise, with three players expected in the WTA top 50 rankings for the first time since 1986. The LTA is backing this momentum with real investment, including £31 million recently spent refurbishing over 3,000 public courts across the UK. They’re also pushing for 40 new indoor community tennis hubs, helping people play year-round.
Coverage of the tournament is expansive—you can catch it live on BBC iPlayer, Red Button, and the BBC Sport website and app. BBC Two and BBC One are also broadcasting throughout the week, and you’ll even get radio commentary for the final on BBC 5 Live. So whether you're watching from home or heading to Queen’s Club in person (with tickets starting as low as £15), there’s no excuse to miss out.
This return to Queen’s for women’s tennis is long overdue, but it’s arriving with power, elegance, and ambition. It's more than a match—it’s a movement.
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