The man spotted the 'cool' Evian feature at Wimbledon but people couldn't quite get their heads over the price of the water. It comes as prices for Wimbledon soared this year11:17, 04 Jul 2026Wimbledon is with out doubt one of the most eagerly anticipated sporting events of the year. With thousands of visitors descending on the iconic London venue for an afternoon of sunshine, drinks, and of course, tennis, it's no secret a day out there doesn't come cheap.‌Unless you've experienced Wimbledon in person, you'll never truly appreciate its many quirks – or just how pricey it can get. Only days ago, one visitor admitted they were left stunned by the cost of strawberries and cream at the tournament. Now, with the forecast promising plenty of sunshine over the coming days, staying hydrated has never been more crucial.‌Most people tend to carry a reusable bottle wherever they go, while others are happy to buy one on the go. We all know how refreshing Evian water can be, but it's hardly the most wallet-friendly option on the market.‌Evian, which has been an official partner of Wimbledon since 2008, launched its refill system for spectators in 2024, allowing visitors to purchase a £5 bottle of Evian that can be topped up throughout the day for free at the venue.One man recently queued up for a bottle of Evian and stumbled upon the "cool" feature. After sharing his discovery on X, scores of people were left gobsmacked by the eye-watering price tag for a bottle of water.Content cannot be displayed without consent‌Wimbledon Water Prices Spark Debate on Social MediaThe caption read: "Cool feature at Wimbledon: £5 for an Evian bottled water that they will keep refilling for you (with Evian) for free all day (or the next day or next year)."Since it was posted this week, the video has racked up 1million views with a mixed bag of reactions. One person said: "Should be free, especially in this heat."While another added: "Cool. And it's only £5,000,000 for a bowl of strawberries and cream." Someone jokingly suggested: "Cool feature, buy the bottle at Asda for £1 and take it in." While some branded it a scam, others reckoned it was a decent system.‌A social media user posted: "Pretty good deal considering UK prices." To which another agreed: "Actually this is the best ever for a water company!"How the Evian Refill Scheme and Reusable Bottles WorkEvian has been the Official Water of The Championships, Wimbledon since 2008. It secured a partnership running through to at least 2027, which includes on-court and grounds hydration for both players and spectators.It also features a joint sustainability initiative with reusable bottle systems and refill stations, which was proudly rolled out a few years back.Article continues belowTennis fans can purchase an exclusive, reusable Evian bottle for £5 which grants them unlimited top-ups of chilled Evian natural mineral water from designated stations dotted around the venue.A stainless steel reusable bottle is also on offer for the price of £25. Players are provided with a specialised on-court refillable water system which was first trialled and introduced in 2023.