Wimbledon quarter-finals: Gandalf sees the defeat of Laura Siegemund

Middle-earth meets Wimbledon: At the quarter-final game of the championships between Laura Siegemund (37) and Aryna Sabalenka (27), a magical guest found himself in the audience: Sir Ian McKellen (86), probably to this day most of the people as “the Lord of the Rings” figure Gandalf. The old star pursued the exciting match and looked at the action on the Center Cord again and again through a binoculars brought with them.

McKellen’s presence, however, brought the German luck: In his presence, the Wimbledon fairy tale of Siegemund took an abrupt end. The 37-year-old was even able to win the first set against the world ranking of Belarus, which was ten years younger. In the end, however, she lost 6: 4, 2: 6, 4: 6 and has to say goodbye to the tournament.

The prestigious tournament has been running since the end of June, which has been attracting numerous stars from all over the world since then. Already on day one, Princess Beatrice (36) took a seat in the so -called Royal Box, which is reserved for invited guests and members of the royal family or celebrities. The daughter of Prince Andrew (65) had taken her mother Sarah “Fergie” Ferguson (65) with him to the tennis event. This was followed by appearances by Hollywood stars such as Cate Blanchett (56), Russell Crowe (61) or Andrew Garfield (41).

Other famous guests this Monday included ex-tennis professional Roger Federer (43) and singer Sir Cliff Richard (84). In addition, Carole (70) and Michael Middleton (76), the parents of Princess Kate (43) were also shown. Prince William (43 )’s wife has not yet visited the tournament this year. However, it is considered a big tennis fan and is also a patron of the club who organizes the championships. Traditionally, she visits the event every year.

She still has some time: the Wimbledon Championships take place until June 13th.