BBC viewers have hit out at the broadcaster’s Wimbledon coverage after fans said they missed a crucial moment
BBC viewers have criticised the broadcaster’s Wimbledon coverage.
The tennis championship began on Monday (June 29), with the BBC alternating between BBC One and BBC Two to deliver coverage from SW19, alongside streaming games on iPlayer.
However, numerous fans expressed frustration during the evening broadcast, claiming a crucial moment was missed due to a channel switch, with some describing it as “a joke”, reports the Mirror.
Former Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic was facing Wu Yibing on Centre Court when the broadcast changed channels, prompting many fans to share complaints on X about the disruption occurring just as Wu was poised to claim the second set.
One viewer wrote on the platform, formerly known as Twitter: “They didn’t just miss that Wu set win because they were changing channel. Oh wait… they did. Shambles.”
Another person said it “spoiled the tension”, while someone else exclaimed: “Channel change at set point @BBCSport – really!!”
“Shocking from @BBCSport to leave the channel at such a crucial point to switch channels and it’s not even on there!!” posted another viewer.
One person described it as “appalling”, while another remarked: “Fed up of BBC coverage of #wimbledon only just started and already there is constant channel hopping, and missing crucial stages of the match as a result is unacceptable.”
“Shocking #Wimbledon coverage from BBC there,” commented another spectator.
“Djokovic serving to stay in the set, they switch channel with both showing an advert, then come back to the game with the set over. What’s the point watching for hours then missing a key moment!”
Another viewer questioned: “Would have been nice to watch that set point live @BBC but instead you switched from BBC One to BBC Two with no great hurry… missed the set point and now they’re closing the roof so there’s a delay anyway – Could you not have waited one minute?!”
Someone else posted: “The BBC coverage of Wimbledon truly is a joke,” adding: “An absolute disgrace. If you’re going to follow a match live, then don’t keep switching channels halfway through. Either dedicate yourself to the tournament, or let it go.”
Coverage of Wimbledon will air on BBC One and BBC Two, as well as being available to stream on BBC iPlayer
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