Andy Murray's Wimbledon semi-final victory over Poland's Jerzy Janowicz was the most-watched TV moment of the year so far, the BBC said.
A peak audience of 13.2 million people tuned in to see last night's match, a spokesman for the broadcaster said today, making it the most-watched moment across all channels.
Even more people are expected to tune in to watch the British number one take on Novak Djokovic in the final tomorrow.
The All England Club said 31,084 people attended yesterday - an increase of 760 on the same day last year.
Murray may have been away from Centre Court today, but was taking time out to prepare for his latest bid to become the first British player to lift the men's Wimbledon trophy since Fred Perry in 1936.
While the nation will be rooting for Murray, Britain's bookmakers are preparing themselves for a million pound payout if the 26-year-old takes the title.
William Hill has Djokovic an 8/15 favourite to beat Murray in tomorrow's final, with the Scot at 6/4.
Odds are 9/4 for a five-set match, and Murray is 11/2 to win in five sets.
William Hill spokesman Rupert Adams said: "This year's Wimbledon has been one of serious shocks including the early exit of Federer, Nadal and Serena Williams and as a result we have had a great run.
"That said, all good work will be undone in one go should Andy Murray win, he is certain to spark payout of over a million pounds."
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