David Beckham Leads Stars at Wimbledon 2026 as Maura Higgins Wears Tennis Ball Stilettos

The opening day of Wimbledon 2026 brought together world-class tennis and a celebrity guest list that became almost as much of a talking point as the action on court. From the Royal Box to the grounds of the All England Club, familiar faces from sport, television and music gathered for one of the biggest social occasions of the British summer.

David Beckham was among the first high-profile arrivals, taking his seat in the Royal Box with his mother, Sandra Beckham. Wearing a charcoal suit with a light-coloured tie, the former England captain stayed true to his classic tailoring, a look that has become a familiar sight at Wimbledon. Beckham remains one of the tournament’s most recognisable guests, and his arrival was widely photographed throughout the day.

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The Beckham family’s presence extended beyond the Royal Box. Romeo Beckham also attended the Championships alongside his girlfriend, Kim Turnbull, joining a celebrity crowd that included actors, presenters and musicians enjoying the opening day atmosphere.

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While Beckham chose classic tailoring, Maura Higgins opted for a more playful look. The television personality arrived in a white mini dress with pointed white stilettos designed with tennis balls built into the heels. She paired the outfit with a tennis ball-inspired handbag, creating one of the day’s biggest style talking points.

The accessories became the main focus of Higgins’ outfit. The tennis-inspired heels gave the otherwise simple look a light-hearted twist, showing how one well-chosen accessory can stand out without overwhelming the rest of an outfit.

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Celebrity style across the grounds largely reflected Wimbledon’s long-standing preference for smart summer dressing. White remained the dominant choice, with lightweight tailoring, lace dresses and soft neutral tones appearing throughout the guest list.

Amanda Holden arrived in a pinstriped waistcoat with matching wide-leg trousers instead of a traditional dress, while Katherine Jenkins chose a white dress with blue polka dots and a pussybow neckline. Tess Daly opted for an off-white lace dress, Ashley Roberts wore a structured white mini dress, and Katherine Ryan selected a vintage-inspired shirt dress with gold button detailing.

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Elsewhere, Pixie Lott wore a pale pink skirt suit, Carol Kirkwood chose a lilac floral dress, and AJ Odudu arrived in a butter-yellow gown with draped detailing and a thigh-high split. Among the male guests, Ronan Keating chose a cream double-breasted suit, Niall Horan wore cream trousers with an open-collar white shirt, and Sir Mark Rylance rounded off his three-piece suit with a traditional boating hat.

Wimbledon continues to attract more than the world’s leading tennis players. The Championships also bring together well-known names from entertainment, fashion and sport, making celebrity arrivals an established part of the tournament’s opening days.

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This year’s guest list showed that personal style can sit comfortably alongside Wimbledon’s traditional dress culture. David Beckham stayed with the classic tailoring that has become closely associated with his Wimbledon appearances, while Maura Higgins brought a playful sporting touch through accessories that quickly became one of the most talked-about looks of the day.

With nearly two weeks of tennis still to come, more celebrity appearances are expected throughout the Championships. Based on the opening day, attention is likely to remain on both the matches and the courtside fashion as the tournament continues.

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