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Wimbledon day one: Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu take centre stage

Carlos Alcaraz will have a target on his back as Wimbledon gets under way while Emma Raducanu headlines British hopes on the opening Monday.

Reigning men’s champion Alcaraz starts play on Centre Court as he looks to retain his title in what has been called the most open tournament in 20 years.

The women’s singles will be as competitive as ever, among those playing on day one who will be looking to make it eight different winners in as many Championships.

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