White clothing was enforced at Wimbledon from the 19th century, in part because it covered up unwelcome signs of sweat. White clothing was also seen as cooler in the summer heat.

Feisty Latvian tennis star Jelena Ostapenko flashed officials her undies after yet another clash over Wimbledon’s strict ...

However, from 2023, female stars can now play in coloured shorts under their white tennis skirts to reduce concerns around their menstrual cycles. While other tournaments are lenient when it comes to ...