Andrew Castle is commentating at his final Wimbledon, after 23 years with the BBC11:17, 03 Jul 2026Updated 11:18, 03 Jul 2026Andrew Castle is a beloved tennis commentator.The 62-year-old former tennis player quickly became a fan-favourite star, who has been the lead Wimbledon commentator for 23 years. But sadly, Andrew will be leaving the role after this year's Championships.This year's men's final will be Andrew's final appearance behind the microphone for the BBC, with the Telegraph now claiming that Andrew Cotter is set to take over from 2027.BBC director of sport Alex Kay-Jelski spoke about Andrew's departure at Wimbledon this week, saying: "I'm not going to get into private conversations. We asked Andrew to stay, because we think he's excellent."He's been doing this for 20 years, and then he took the decision, therefore, that is enough. I think even he said this week that he was told face-to-face and it was done nicely. He's done an absolute brilliant innings."As Andrew continues to delight Wimbledon viewers for the final time this year, some fans may be surprised to learn that the star has a very famous daughter.Who is Andrew Castle's famous daughter?Andrew's famous daughter is Georgina Castle, who is a beloved West End musical theatre actress. Andrew shares Georgina with his wife, Sophia.Georgina is best known for playing Regina George in the West End production of Mean Girls at the Savoy Theatre, and Sophie in Mamma Mia! at the Novello Theatre."I'm full of admiration for her and love listening to her sing," Andrew previously said, with Georgina adding: "My family have never faltered in their support."In 2022, Georgina starred as Jovie opposite Simon Lipkin in the West End revival of Elf at the Dominion Theatre. She later began dating her co-star Simon, with the couple eventually tying the knot last year.Georgina announced her pregnancy on Instagram in April with a sweet video of the couple learning the gender of their baby.The caption read: "See you in September baby girl," with many of Georgina's famous theatre friends sharing their congratulations in the comments section.Amber Davies wrote: "THE NEWS IS FINALLY OUT," with Hannah Lowther adding: "Amazing news."Lucie Jones commented: "Ohhhhh it's finally out!! Mega congrats legends," while Samantha Barks similarly shared: "What incredible parents you guys will be! So happy for you," alongside three heart emojis.Andrew and his wife Sophia are also parents to their younger daughter, Claudia Castle, who prefers to keep out of the spotlight. Claudia married cricket player Will Tavaré in 2019, and have since welcomed two children, a son called Louis and daughter called India.Claudia also shares a love of sports like her dad and even worked at Wimbledon when she was younger. She joked: "It was one of the best jobs; we were paid to watch tennis all day, sit in the sun and occasionally pull the covers over the grass when it rained!"Article continues belowCoverage of Wimbledon airs on BBC One and BBC Two, and is available to stream on BBC iPlayer
BBC Wimbledon's Andrew Castle has famous daughter and fans will be speechless
Andrew Castle is commentating at his final Wimbledon, after 23 years with the BBC






