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Serena Williams’ Black Panther-Inspired Catsuit Banned at French Open

Black Panther  fans who enjoyed Serena Williams’ catsuit at this year’s French Open won’t have the chance to do so next year as the tennis tournament has placed a ban on the outfit. The tournament has officially confirmed it will be introducing a stricter dress code for 2019, hinting that Williams’ skin-tight, all-black athletic wear wasn’t up to standard. RELATED:  Marvel’s Black Panther Setting Its Sights On Best Picture Oscar Nomination Williams previously stated that the suit, which she said helps to reduce blood clots, made her feel like a “superhero” and the “Queen of Wakanda” at Roland-Garros. “It will no longer be accepted,” said French Tennis Federation President Bernard Giudicelli to  Tennis  magazine. “I believe we have sometimes gone too far. You have to respect the game and the place.” Giudicelli didn’t provide details on the new rules and regulations but made it clear they weren’t as strict as Wimbledon, which requires players ...