A handful of players in the women's draw, who will be allowed to wear dark coloured undershorts for the first time in 2023, had to ditch their bras thanks to SW19 regulations stating that male and female athletes must adhere to the competition's strict all-white dress code.
The current insists all players on both the men's and women's side of the draws play in the iconic all-white kit, including undergarments and bras: "Any undergarments that either are or can be visible during play (including due to perspiration) must also be completely white except for a single trim of colour no wider ...
While there is no dress code for Wimbledon, you should not wear torn jeans, running vests, dirty sneakers or sport shorts. Political slogans are forbidden, as is 'ambush marketing' clothing. This means you couldn't wear a jumper or jacket with your company logo on the back, for example.
There is no official Wimbledon dress code for spectators but smart dress is encouraged (think our best summer garden party and wedding guest dresses). Unlike the strict dress code for tennis players, spectators are free to wear the full rainbow.
Kim Clijsters gives man tennis skirt for hit at Wimbledon 2017
What should a woman wear to Wimbledon?
WOMEN. Although there is no specific dress code for Wimbledon goers, smart dress is encouraged. It is also advised that you consider all weather conditions when going to Wimbledon - after all, this is Great Britain! For women, a light jacket to wear over your summer dress is a good idea, as are sunglasses.
What can I bring? You're welcome to bring your own food and drink to Wimbledon, but please note that hard-sided containers, vacuum flasks over 500ml and items such as picnic hampers/cool boxes, flasks and camping chairs are not allowed.
Romanian tennis star Mihaela Buzărnescu was forced to change her bra prior to her first-round match at Wimbledon because it was not compliant with the Grand Slam tournament's rules.
They are required to wear all-white clothes, including underwear. It was this rule that forced Buzarnescu to borrow a bra from his coach before the first-round match against Nastasja Mariana Schunk. The organizers told him to change his bra when he showed up on Court 2.
Dress codes: For players these are very strict, dark green and purple are traditional Wimbledon colours. However, all tennis players participating in the tournament are required to wear all white which is a long-time tradition at Wimbledon.
Wimbledon rules permit players to "request permission to leave the court for a reasonable time for a toilet break", but this must be taken during a set break and cannot be used for any other purpose.
Speaking eight years ago, the 1987 men's Wimbledon champion told BBC Radio 5 Live: “Some of the girls have been told to go back and change their bras and tops because they had slight colour on them. “I believe some of the girls didn't have suitable sports bras and had to go without them.
7) Caps (including the underbill), headbands, bandanas, wristbands and socks must be completely white except for a single trim of colour no wider than one centimetre (10mm). 8) Shoes must be almost entirely white. Soles and laces must be completely white. Large manufacturers' logos are not encouraged.
The all-white dress code dates back to the 1800s, when tennis was played in full-length pants and visible perspiration was considered improper, reports The Telegraph. White ensembles apparently hide sweat stains best, so the Wimbledon dress code called for all-white outfits.
Why are they wearing sports bras?!?!” look like sports bras, but in fact they're athletic vests designed to hold GPS trackers. Those vests need to be skintight so the pod that actually acquires the data – which is slipped into the back of the vest – can monitor players' performance. Hence, the sports bra look.
Additionally, bras can be uncomfortable to wear, and many women find them unnecessary. Finally, the #freethenipple movement has encouraged women to embrace their bodies and to feel comfortable being seen without a bra.
Azarenka (left) and Svitolina look on during their 10-point tiebreak at Wimbledon. As she left Court One and spectators started booing, Azarenka stopped, shook her head in disbelief, and then made a gesture with her hands above her head. She later said that she had “no idea” what the gesture meant.
Roger Federer thought his eight tournament wins at Wimbledon would be enough to get him past the visitor gate - but he was thwarted as a security guard enforced a "no card, no entry" policy.
For the first time in 146 years, Wimbledon has changed its women's dress code. But, this being Wimbledon, the change is glacial rather than radical: players are now allowed to wear dark-coloured undershorts. The move has reportedly been made to alleviate the worries of competitors who are on their period.
REVEALED: Wimbledon food and drink prices take hike with a glass of Pimm's up to £9.70, a pint of lager is £7.55... and an ice cream will cost you £4.20!
How much does a bottle of Champagne cost at Wimbledon?
The prestigious Grand Slam offers Lanson Champagne by the glass, half-bottle, and bottle, as reported by AP. The Le White Label and Le Rosé cost roughly $122 (£95) per bottle, while the Le Black Label Brut is priced at about $111 (£87), according to the Evening Standard. Attendees are also free to bring their own fizz.
