The iconic Wimbledon tournament welcomed renowned sports figures and entertainment celebrities to its opening day, creating a buzz both on and off the court. Sports icons David Beckham and Maria Sharapova were among those who graced the prestigious event, bringing a touch of Hollywood glam to the traditional tennis gathering.

Maria Sharapova, who clinched her first Wimbledon title in 2004 at the tender age of 17, took to Instagram to share a selfie with David Beckham, captioning it with excitement for the tournament ahead. The former tennis star will soon be added to the International Tennis Hall of Fame, celebrating her illustrious career.

Meanwhile, Beckham, lauded for his soccer achievements, including scoring in three World Cups, was spotted enjoying the matches at Centre Court. The football superstar, now co-owner of Inter Miami, was among a star-studded guest list, which also included Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne and former England coach Gareth Southgate.

(With inputs from agencies.)