See main article: 2011 Aegon Championships. Sam Querrey was the defending champion but was eliminated by James Ward in the third round, ensuring that, for the sixth straight year, the defending champion would not be able to defend his title.
Andy Murray won in the final 3–6, 7–6(7–2), 6–4 against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.
The top eight seeds receive a bye into the second round.
See main article: 2011 Aegon Championships – Singles qualifying.