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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Natalie Wilson

Apology issued as travel delays hit Wimbledon

  • Wimbledon MP Paul Kohler criticised public transport services, calling Tube delays for tennis fans an "international embarrassment" to London.
  • The District line has experienced significant disruption, including a track fire near Southfields station and signal failures, leading to overcrowded trains and long queues.
  • Attendees of the Wimbledon championships have reported missing matches and opportunities to join the Queue due to the transport delays.
  • MP Kohler has written to Transport for London (TfL) commissioner Andy Lord requesting a meeting to discuss improving service reliability.
  • TfL and the Mayor of London's office have apologised for the disruption, stating efforts are underway to restore services and that the Mayor is investing in the transport network.

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