wimbledon: Wimbledon relaxes all-white clothing rule for women

Wimbledon is relaxing its requirement for all-white clothing so female players can wear colored undershorts to be more comfortable during their periods. Wimbledon’s strict policy regarding all-white attire for players is one of the best-known features of the grass-court Grand Slam tournament, but the All England Club said that after consultations with the WTA, clothing manufacturers and medicine It was decided to update the rules. Teams to support women and girls competing in championships.

The new rules state that women may now “wear solid, medium/dark colored undershorts, provided they are no longer than their shorts or skirts.”

All other requirements for clothing and accessories remain unchanged, including the stipulation that “competitors must wear appropriate tennis attire that is almost entirely white.”

“We are committed to supporting players and listening to their feedback on how they can perform at their best,” said Sally Bolton, chief executive of the All England Club. “It is our hope that this rule adjustment will help players focus more fully on their performance by relieving them of a potential source of anxiety.”

The All England Club also said that Wimbledon would record its second biggest profit of £47.1 million (US$55.5 million) in 2022, trailing only 2019. Of this, 90 percent will be distributed “for the benefit of” the Lawn Tennis Association. British Tennis.”

Originally published at Pen 18