From 1914 To Now: The Most Popular Fashion Icons And Trends In Tennis

The “How Much Skin Is Too Much Skin?” Debate Raged On Into The 2000s

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When Anna Kournikova entered the land of tennis at the turn of the century, she brought an old debate with her. Known for her looks more than her skill, Kournikova was considered scandalous for how much skin she showed on the court. The picture above might seem innocent but rarely had a tennis star wore shirts that showed their midriff.

Despite being one of the most popular players of all time, Kournikova has never won a major title. She hasn’t played a match since 2010, and might not ever again because of injuries.