Wimbledon takes strict action against influencers after US Open drama

Dubai: The ongoing US Open has given us some memorable moments on the court, while also going viral for the wrong seasons. Ring lights, flashes of photography, and loud noises during points, the list of chaos goes on courtesy of the influencers in attendance.

Women tennis stars Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka have been vocal about these influencers, urging them to follow the sport etiquettes. Several times, the commencement of the match was slightly delayed to call out these influencers who were causing a disturbance.

The tournament organizers were heavily criticized for giving official accreditation to 100 content creators as well as traditional journalists and broadcasters. After watching so much controversy surrounding the US Open, Wimbledon has decided to avoid allowing an influx of influencers.

The All England Club hopes to avoid the similar chaos by planning to confiscate items such as ring lights which many influencers use across the court during the match. According to Press Association, Wimbledon will totally avoid having any accreditation category for influencers or content creators.

Unlike the US Open, which happens too be more loud and raucous event than British grand slam, the latter adheres to its legacy and rules which have to be abided even by the competing players. Wimbledon annually assesses all its policies, including those around social media which has eventually led to the proposed decision.