BBC's protection of SW19 has been revamped this yr within the 67-year-old's absence, with the acquainted studio overlooking Centre Court scrapped whereas Monday's first protection on BBC One was hosted by Qasa Alom alone.

Balding, who's stepping up in Barker's absence, stated she was relishing the chance in a press release after her new function was confirmed.

"It's a huge honour to be given this responsibility but I am very aware that no one person can fill Sue's shoes," she stated. "It's my job to bring out the best in them and to help make our viewers feel they have a front row seat on the greatest sporting stage."

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