Hugh Grant, the actor who appeared to be dozing off in a crucial Novak Djokovic match on camera in Wimbledon’s Royal Box, has sparked a heated online debate.
Hugh Grant has become the unexpected centre of attention at Wimbledon this week after he was filmed seemingly nodding off in the Royal Box during one of the tournament’s most anticipated matches.
The Love Actually star, 64, was spotted with his head lowered and eyes closed during the men’s quarter-final between Novak Djokovic and Flavio Cobolli on Wednesday. The moment was captured by BBC cameras and broadcast live, just minutes after Grant had been seen chatting amiably with Queen Camilla in the exclusive seating area on Centre Court.
The couple had earlier appeared cheerful-looking and laughing as they mingled with other guests and stood to greet the Queen at the All England Club, where Grant and his wife, Anna Eberstein, had previously appeared.
However, the actor was filmed wearing sunglasses and slouched in his seat during the match’s high heat, which sparked a flurry of online reactions.
BBC Sport later shared the clip on X (formerly Twitter), joking: “It’s all got a bit too much for Hugh Grant,” along with laughing and sleeping emojis. The post quickly went viral and ignited a spirited debate among tennis fans.
Some users of social media criticized Grant for being disrespectful. One wrote, “COBOLLI, I believe Hugh Grant owes you a massive apology for being completely disrespectful in your tie-breaker situation.”
Another screamed, “Hugh Grant has slept through the first set tiebreak!” T**ts like him and some other “celebs” who receive exclusive tickets to #Wimbledon2025 are deserving of them! “!
Not everyone, however, took the situation so seriously. One joker said, “Hugh Grant asleep in the Royal Box is the best thing I’ve seen at #WIMBLEDON this year!!” There was humour in the brief nap. I adore this man!” Another remarked, “The best thing I’ve seen today is Hugh Grant flat out kipping at Wimbledon.”
The day saw numerous celebrities in attendance enjoying the sunshine. Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham made a style statement in a scarlet alice + olivia dress, while Emily Atack looked elegant in a black and white gown as she sipped a Pimm’s in the stands.
Before taking their seats, comedian Jack Whitehall and his fiance Roxy Horner were spotted posing with Whitehall’s parents in the Vodafone Lounge.
Other notable guests included former Prime Minister Sir John Major and influencer GK Barry, who wore a stylish black and white tweed outfit.
Although Grant has not commented on the incident, his mid-game sluggishness has undoubtedly become one of Wimbledon’s most talked-about moments this year.
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