One former tennis ace will be missing from the Wimbledon scene this year, and it’s got everyone talking. Christopher Mottram, once Britain’s top tennis talent and famously known as ‘Buster’, has reportedly been banned from Wimbledon. This decision, initially made in 2023, is said to be due to “further misdemeanours,” according to former British No. 1 Roger Taylor.
Mottram, who was a polarising figure during his career, has always been in the spotlight for his outspoken views. Back in the day, he caused a stir by backing then-prime minister Margaret Thatcher and later faced accusations of endorsing far-right politics. Despite reaching as high as 15th in the world rankings and taking Britain to the Davis Cup finals in 1978, his controversial actions have kept him at odds with the tennis establishment.
Roger Taylor, in his book “The Man Who Saved Wimbledon”, reveals how Mottram never secured permanent All England Club membership, a privilege usually guaranteed for players of his stature. Taylor suggests that while the ban has deeply affected Mottram, it was a direct result of his own choices and behaviour.
Wimbledon’s representative is maintaining a tone of mystery around the issue, simply stating: “We don’t comment on our membership.”
As Wimbledon 2026 kicks off, eyes will be on the courts, but Mottram’s absence adds another layer to the event’s unfolding drama. What do you think about this exclusion? Let’s discuss! 🎾👀
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