Barclays

Wimbledon Opening Protested: Anti‑Israel Rally Targets Barclays Sponsorship

Anti-Israel protesters disrupted Wimbledon’s opening day, targeting sponsor Barclays for its ties to Israeli defense firms, while the tournament introduced electronic line-calling and a larger prize purse. Despite the unrest, top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner headlined, with no Israeli players in the 2025 draw.