This summer’s tournament will be Barker’s last in terms of coverage for the BBC as she held the position since 2000.
She first joined the team in 1993 and has anchored the network’s broadcast since 2000. King, who has worked alongside Barker on the BBC’s Wimbledon coverage, posted a heartwarming tribute to her friend and colleague.
Writing on Twitter, King said:
"My friend and colleague Sue Barker is stepping down from her role after Wimbledon, following 30 years of leading live sports broadcasting for BBC Sport. Sue enjoyed not only a career as a brilliant presenter, but also as an excellent tennis player as well.
"She won the 1976 French Championships. Sue brought credibility, knowledge, and professionalism to her broadcasting role, and I am looking forward to working with her one more time at Wimbledon.
She has inspired generations to follow in her footsteps, and her impact on sports broadcasting will be greatly missed. Cheers to the next step in your journey, Sue. I have no doubt it will be extraordinary."
(1/3) My friend and colleague Sue Barker is stepping down from her role after @Wimbledon, following 30 years of leading live sports broadcasting for @BBCSport. Sue enjoyed not only a career as a brilliant presenter, but also as an excellent tennis player as well.
