Wimbledon gallery: The best of day 1

There was sunshine, there was rain, and there were even some questionable fashion decisions. Day one of The Championships encapsulated the best of Wimbledon, and that was before the likes of Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal and Venus Williams took to the court.

: As is tradition, defending champion Andy Murray opened proceedings on Centre Court. Photo: Getty Images

: After a nervy start Bublik had the crowd enthralled with his entertaining style of play. Photo: Getty Images

: Andy Murray was a 6-1 6-4 6-2 winner over Alexander Bublik. Photo: Getty Images

: The Duchess of Cambridge was in the crowd to cheer on Andy Murray. Photo: Getty Images

: Rafael Nadal was a comfortable 6-1 6-3 6-2 winner over John Millman. Photo: Getty Images

: Rafael Nadal could reach world No.1 if results go his way at Wimbledon. Photo: Getty Images

: Venus Williams was forced to dig deep during her 7-6(7) 6-4 win over Elise Mertens. Photo: Getty Images

: Venus Williams left the press conference in tears after being asked about her recent car crash. Photo: Getty Images

: Two-time champion Petra Kvitova made a triumphant return to action, downing Larsson 6-3 6-4. Photo: Getty Images

: An outsider for the title? Marin Cilic was a 6-4 6-2 6-3 winner over Philipp Kohlschreiber. Photo: Getty Images

: Dustin Brown set up a second round match with Andy Murray after beating Joao Sousa. Photo: Getty Images

: Nick Kyrgios was forced to retire from his first round match with a hip injury. Photo: Getty Images

: Exciting teenager Denis Shapovalov was beaten in straight sets by Jerzy Janowicz. Photo: Getty Images

: Simona Halep started her Wimbledon 2017 campaign in confident style, beating Erakovic 6-4 6-1. Photo: Getty Images

: The green, green grass of The All England Club. Photo: Getty Images

: A spot of rain bought the fashionistas to town. Photo: Getty Images

: The sun came out on a glorious evening at The All England Club. Photo: Getty Images