- Wimbledon has announced that tennis players will not be permitted to bring their pets onto the tournament grounds.
- This policy contrasts with other major events like the French Open, which provided dedicated dog walkers and sitters for players' pets.
- Players such as Mirra Andreeva and Aryna Sabalenka have recently celebrated victories with their dogs at other tournaments, reflecting a trend of players traveling with pets for emotional support.
- Wimbledon chief executive Sally Bolton confirmed that only service dogs and security search dogs are allowed on site, stating the policy is long-standing and not expected to cause issues.
- In other news, Wimbledon plans to unveil an Andy Murray statue by 2027 and will introduce VAR-style video review and visual indicators for electronic line calling.
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