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Mar 31, 2022; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Iga Swiatek (POL) celebrates after her match against Jessica Pegula (USA)(not pictured) in a women’s singles semifinal in the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

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Mar 31, 2022; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Iga Swiatek (POL) celebrates after her match against Jessica Pegula (USA)(not pictured) in a women’s singles semifinal in the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
At the WTA Finals Gala, an event where pristine white formal gowns seemed to be the name of the game, former World No. 1 Iga Swiatek turned heads by choosing to defy expectations. The tennis sensation opted for a bold red dress while her contemporaries stuck to tradition. Did Iga not receive a fashion memo, or was she simply setting her own trend?
Amidst whispers of a traditional all-white dress code, a tweet from an Australian tennis player hinted at a last-minute change. But was this mix-up the reason for Swiatek’s standout choice, or was it a fashion-forward statement? Needless to say, netizens weighed in on the head-turning choice! Dive into a sea of fan reactions, playful jests, and the tale behind that iconic red dress.
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Iga Swiatek breaks the mold by donning red amidst white at the WTA Finals Gala
At the WTA Finals Gala, where a sea of white gowns is the tradition, tennis star Iga Swiatek chose to stand out. While her peers adhered to the customary white dress code, Swiatek made a bold statement, opting for a vibrant red dress that instantly caught everyone’s attention.
Fans were quick to react to this fashion anomaly, taking to social media to share their thoughts. A Twitter user humorously suggested that Swiatek might’ve been “removed from the gc,” implying a coordinated effort by other players to wear white.
ijbol iga got removed from the gc 😭😭😭 https://t.co/TI47DFwP3U
— us open champion era (@gauffcfan) October 27, 2023
Another user noted the striking contrast, mentioning how the sight of Swiatek in red amidst a room full of white was “driving them slightly insane.”
Iga looks amazing but these pics are driving me slightly insane since everyone is wearing cream or white and she’s in bright red https://t.co/pX2LgOK6xN
— Robespierre (@brookeabeyer) October 28, 2023
One fan speculated cheekily about behind-the-scenes coordination, with comments like “wear red if you’re a sneak”.
wear red if you’re a sneak ! https://t.co/Tb1f5biGNy
— matteo♏️ (@IgaSwiatekOUT) October 27, 2023
Another fan reacted, “Do they have a group chat without Iga or what.”
do they have a group chat without iga or what https://t.co/dm04krbcij
— tomas (@tvillalovos__) October 27, 2023
Yet another user from Twitter joked, “Let’s all wear white dresses and don’t tell Iga.”
„let’s all wear white dresses and don’t tell Iga” 😭 https://t.co/uZcjGZCKkW
— Marcel 🦦 | #14inCancun (@grasslenka) October 27, 2023
Regardless of the playful conjecture, one sentiment was clear among fans: Swiatek’s choice to defy norms was iconic. As one fan aptly put it, “Iga said fuck y’all and your white dress code, MOTHER!” This moment only reaffirmed Swiatek’s reputation as a trailblazer, both on and off the court.
Iga said fuck y’all and your white dress code, MOTHER! pic.twitter.com/JMDXtaB2xK https://t.co/WFR1GTrR3y
— Sarah | #BE16ING (@whomstissarah) October 27, 2023
Iga Swiatek wore a striking red dress at the WTA Finals Gala. Despite the initial white dress code. Australian tennis players revealed a relaxed tropical theme.
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Aussie tennis player sounds the red alert for Iga Swiatek’s bold choice amidst WTA’s sea of white
Swiatek stood out in her striking red attire amidst a sea of players adorned in white at the WTA Finals Gala, which many believed had an all-white dress code for the occasion. However, Australian tennis player Ellen Perez took to Twitter to shed light on the tricky situation. Apparently, the organizers suggested switching the initial dress code, which was purely white, multiple times.
Cancuns dress code is a hot mess. Went from all white to colours allowed to casual not too formal but with the request it be tropical. So honestly the message has been so mixed up I pray 🤣
— Ellen Perez (@EllenPerez95) October 24, 2023
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Perez’s tweet shed light on an already unfortunate situation. As speculations and jests filled the air with the revelation about a changed dress code emerging, Swiatek’s bold choice remained the focal point. What do you think? Was it a deliberate fashion rebellion or a mere coincidence?
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