Wimbledon to tighten influencer rules, may ban ring lights from match areas

Wimbledon is preparing to introduce stricter guidelines for social media influencers ahead of its upcoming summer tournament. The measures may include security staff removing disruptive equipment such as ring lights from match venues. The move sets Wimbledon apart from the US Open, which has adopted a more permissive stance toward influencer access. Growing concerns from players over courtside etiquette and distractions have driven the push for tighter controls. Wimbledon aims to balance broader inclusivity with the preservation of its traditional match-day decorum.