Watching Hugh Grant's Amusing Video at Wimbledon
In the midst of the thrilling quarter-final match between seven-time winner Novak Djokovic and Italian Flavio Cobolli at Wimbledon, a surprising spectator made headlines. British actor Hugh Grant, known for his role in "Notting Hill," found himself at the centre of attention, not for his acting prowess, but for his apparent drowsiness during the match.
Cameras captured the 64-year-old actor seemingly asleep or drowsy in the Royal Box on July 9, 2025. The incident, which occurred behind Queen Camilla and alongside his wife, Anna Eberstein, was widely shared on social media, sparking a mix of amusement and criticism.
During the tie-break of the first set, the video was broadcast on both the British BBC and German Prime Video, adding to the buzz. The BBC even shared a clip with the caption, "It seems Hugh Grant found it all a bit much."
Despite the unexpected nap, Grant was not absent from the tennis tournament's proceedings. He was seen applauding during the match and even engaged in conversation with Swiss tennis player Belinda Bencic, who had recently won her quarter-final match at Wimbledon.
The incident at Wimbledon is not the first time Grant has been spotted at a tennis event. He was also an audience member at the Jazz Open in Stuttgart. As the incident unfolds, it serves as a reminder that even the most prominent figures can sometimes find themselves caught off guard in the midst of the excitement.
[1] BBC News, "Hugh Grant appears to fall asleep during Wimbledon match," 9 July 2025,
- Despite his momentary nap during the Wimbledon tennis match, Hugh Grant continued to show interest in the sport, engaging in conversation with tennis player Belinda Bencic.
- Besides the incident at Wimbledon, Hugh Grant has also been seen as a spectator at other tennis events, such as the Jazz Open in Stuttgart, demonstrating his passion for sports, particularly tennis.
