Hannah Waddingham places on an an animated show at Wimbledon

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Hannah Waddingham got into the spirit of Wimbledon on day three of the tennis tournament on Wednesday, as she watched Alexander Muller and Daniil Medvedev going head-to-head.

The actress, 49, put on a very animated display as she watched the Centre Court action unfold, cheering and grimacing as the second round matches got underway.

Hannah enjoyed the tennis after the roof of Centre Court after rain delayed play elsewhere.

The drizzly weather didn’t stop Hannah who wowed in a bright summer dress as she arrived for the action, later added a black blazer.

Hannah Waddingham got into the spirit of Wimbledon on day three of the tennis tournament on Wednesday, as she watched Alexander Muller and Daniil Medvedev going head-to-head 

The actress put on a very animated display as she watched the centre court action unfold, cheering and grimacing as the second round matches got underway

She joined other tennis fans as she watched the tense match in shock 

The Ted Lasso star, 49, looked gorgeous in a plunging purple dress, with a bold floral print and halter-neck style which flaunted her toned arms.

Hannah accessorised with white statement shades and sandals as she posed up a storm outside the VIP entrance.

Lauren Silverman meanwhile stuck to tennis whites, looking chic in a midi dress with a black belt cinching in her waist.

Influencer Paige Lorenze also dressed for the sunshine in a strapless polka dot dress from Self Portrait while GB News star Isabel Webster teamed her spotty number with a white blazer. 

Emma Weymouth put on a leggy display in a floral print mini dress, wrapping a tennis jacket around her to keep warm.

Play has been delayed by more than two hours on some courts at SW19, as organisers hope to get matches underway this afternoon. 

Play on Wimbledon’s infamous Centre Court is scheduled to see men’s fifth seed Daniil Medvedev play France’s Alexandre Mukker before Naomi Osaka continues her tennis comeback journey with a tough battle against American Emma Navarro.

Elsewhere, on Court No.1, British ace Emma Raducanu faces the experienced Elise Mertens, whilst last year’s male champion Carlos Alcaraz comes up against Australian Aleksandar Vukic and women’s second seed Coco Gauff plays Romanian Anca Todoni.

At one point Hannah looked furious as she chewed on her sunglasses while applauding 

Hannah enjoyed the tennis after the roof of Centre Court after rain delayed play on other courts

She slipped her retro sunglasses on as the sun finally made an appearance, and continued with her excited expressions 

She then threw her arms her arms up in delight

Hannah sat with Dermot O’Leary, Mazz Murray and Dawn O’Porter after enjoying a drinks reception laid on by Champagne Lanson

At one point the actress raised her hands in the air as a crucial point was won

She licked her lips during one dramatic point in the match

Hannah had earlier enjoyed a champagne reception in a VIP suite 

It was a cloudy start to day three of Wimbledon but the drizzly weather didn’t stop Hannah who wowed in a bright summer dress as she arrived at the All England Club

Hannah pulled similarly animated expressions during last year’s tournament (pictured) 

She collaped into giggles in 2023 as she sat next to Eurovision winner Sam Ryder 

Hannah couldn’t contain her excitement as she watched the tense play 

Guests, including Hannah, enjoyed the Champagne Lanson suite at Wimbledon to celebrate The 137th Championships. 2024 marks the 47th year of the House’s association with The Championships. 

Throughout the day, guests enjoyed a private Champagne reception, seated lunch and afternoon tea. 

It’s shaping up to be a sporty week for Hannah, who is set to perform the National Anthem at the Formula 1 Qatar Airways 2024 British Grand Prix on Sunday. 

The stage and screen star will take to the stage to sing God Save the King at the famous Silverstone racecourse.

Lauren Silverman looked gorgeous in her pristine white dress and gold and black accessories 

Rochelle Humes looked stunning in a black and white look, joined by her husband Marvin a rocked a green Prada ensemble 

Influencer Paige Lorenze also dressed for the sunshine in a strapless polka dot dress from Self Portrait while GB News star Isabel Webster teamed her spotty number with a white blazer

Emma Weymouth wowed in a floral print mini dress, wrapping a tennis jacket around her to keep warm 

Dermot O’Leary looked smart in his grey suit and shades as he posed for the cameras

Made In Chelsea star Sophie Hermann suited up in pinstripes at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

In a statement released last week, Hannah said of her upcoming big moment: ‘It’s the most enormous “pinch-me” moment to perform the National Anthem ahead of this year’s race. I feel deeply privileged. 

The atmosphere and excitement at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix last year was utterly electric and I can’t wait to be a part of it again. I am immensely proud of my British roots and I will remember this honour all my life.’

The Emmy winner added went on to pledge her support for British drivers Lewis Hamilton, George Russell and Lando Norris.

She said: ”I’ll of course be cheering on our British drivers – The mighty Lewis, George and Lando… C’mon Chaps! Let’s DO this!’ 

Wimbledon regular Jodie Kidd was chic in cream and kept dry under a fedora hat

Jodie was joined by her family friend Rachel Carpenter, who she said is ‘the biggest tennis fan’

Beverley Knight and Mel C were in great spirits despite rain delaying play

Spice Girl Mel was also joined by her new boyfriend Chris Dingwall

Joel Dommett and his wife Hannah Cooper-Dommett kept dry under their umbrella, with Hannah looking fab in a white shorts co-ord 

Zoe Harman bought her mum Carol along for a day at the All England Club

Maria Sharapova was spotted in the royal box alongside her partner Alexander Gilkes (left) 

The Saturdays star Vanessa White was ultra chic in her statement jacket