Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?

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29 cze 2023 4 min
Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?
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Wimbledon is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, dating back to 1877. It is also one of the few sporting events that has a strict dress code for players: they must wear almost entirely white clothing and shoes.  This is one of the most famous traditions of Wimbledon, dating back to the late 19th century. Some people think that it has to do with etiquette and tradition, as tennis was originally a sport for the upper class in Britain.  But is that really the case? What are the rules for players? What should spectators wear at Wimbledon? What is the dress code for the royal box at Wimbledon? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! o listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What 5 foods can improve brain performance? Why do we put on weight when in a relationship? How can I save on my water bill? A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. In partnership with upday UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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