Leonardo DiCaprio set social media ablaze during Friday’s Wimbledon semi-final after BBC cameras captured the Hollywood star being introduced to former tennis champions Garbiñe Muguruza and Dominika Cibulková on Centre Court.
The 50-year-old Oscar winner was attending the men’s semi-final between Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz when television coverage showed him turning around to meet the two retired players who were seated directly behind him.
During the second set, cameras caught DiCaprio engaging in conversation with the pair before shaking hands with Cibulková, prompting widespread speculation among viewers about the nature of the encounter.
Social Media Erupts
Tennis fans quickly took to social media platforms to share their observations, with many suggesting the “Titanic” star might have been attempting to charm the former athletes.
Leonardo DiCaprio in the stands and a few girls suddenly forget they came for tennis. That’s what happens when Hollywood meets Wimbledon,” one user posted on social media.
Another wrote: “Leonardo DiCaprio, kind of flirting with Garbiñe Muguruza at Wimbledon’s Centre Court.”
The encounter generated numerous reactions online, with fans expressing surprise at seeing the Hollywood actor interacting with the tennis stars. Didn’t know how much I needed Leonardo DiCaprio and Garbiñe Muguruza in the same photo,” commented one viewer.
A fourth observer simply stated: “Once upon a time in Wimbledon,” whilst another fan remarked: “Garbine Muguruza is sitting right behind Leonardo DiCaprio at Wimbledon.
Tennis Legends in Attendance
Cibulková, 36, retired from professional tennis in 2019 after a successful career that saw her reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals on three occasions. The Slovak player achieved a career-high ranking of world number four and won the prestigious WTA Finals in 2016.
Muguruza, 31, ended her illustrious career in 2024, having captured the Wimbledon title in 2017 with a commanding victory over Serena Williams in the final. The Spanish-Venezuelan player also won the French Open in 2016 and held the world number one ranking for four weeks in 2017.
The former two-time Grand Slam champion formally announced her retirement in April 2024 at age 30, concluding a 12-year professional career that yielded 10 WTA singles titles and nearly £25 million in prize money.
Star-Studded Centre Court
DiCaprio’s appearance at the prestigious tennis tournament marked a departure from his usual low-profile public outings. The actor, known for frequently wearing baseball caps and maintaining a discreet presence at events, opted for a more visible appearance, sporting a white t-shirt paired with a grey-blue sports jacket.
“Finally we see him without a baseball cap,” one social media user noted, referencing DiCaprio’s typical attire at public events.
The “Catch Me If You Can” star was among several A-list celebrities in attendance for the high-stakes semi-final. Fellow Hollywood actors Rami Malek and Benedict Cumberbatch were also spotted in the stands, with Cumberbatch joined by his wife Sophie Hunter in the Royal Box.
Fashion editor Anna Wintour and designer Tom Ford were additionally present, adding to the glamorous atmosphere at the All England Club.
Mixed Reception Online
While DiCaprio’s Wimbledon appearance generated excitement among some fans, others used the opportunity to critique the actor’s well-documented dating preferences and recent public appearances.
The official Wimbledon social media account shared a photo of the actor with the caption “Leonardo DiCaprio enjoying a Titanic tussle at SW19,” which prompted mixed reactions in the comments section.
Some fans praised the actor’s appearance, with one commenting: “Is this guy actually becoming more handsome with aging?” Another supporter noted it was the “best I’ve seen him look in a long time.”
However, critics referenced his attendance at controversial events and questioned his environmental activism given his use of private jets, with one commenter sarcastically noting: “Since he’s so worried about climate change I’m sure he took his magical fairy dust plane/yacht there that spewed no CO2 into the atmosphere.
Sporting Spectacle
DiCaprio was reportedly supporting American player Taylor Fritz in his bid to become the first US man to reach a Wimbledon final since Andy Roddick in 2009. However, Fritz ultimately fell short, losing to defending champion Alcaraz in four sets, 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6(6).
The Centre Court encounter between DiCaprio and the former tennis stars added an extra layer of celebrity intrigue to what was already a star-studded semi-final day at SW19.
As Wimbledon 2025 continues to attract entertainment royalty alongside tennis excellence, DiCaprio’s interaction with Muguruza and Cibulková has become one of the tournament’s most talked-about off-court moments, demonstrating the enduring appeal of celebrity culture at one of sport’s most prestigious events.
The actor is set to appear next in the black comedy “One Battle After Another,” directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and scheduled for release in September 2025.
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