We've Got Nothing but Love For These Ace Tennis Looks
With the French Open kicking off, we're pulling up a front-row seat to take in all the action — and the style. The looks go way beyond your classic tennis whites, thanks to fashion-friendly pros like Venus and Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova. In fact, the tennis world takes its on-court ensembles almost as seriously as they take the game. Scroll through to see the memorable looks that have stood the test of time throughout pro tennis history — and a few seriously hilarious ones that haven't.
— Additional reporting by Aemilia Madden
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Serena Williams channeled a classic sportif look on the court in 2015.
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She may not be a tennis all-star, but Hannah Davis had the look down at the Miami Open in 2015.
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Even when she's not in action, there's plenty of winning going on for Venus Williams — especially when it comes to her on-point ensemble at an All Star Tennis Charity Event in 2015.
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Maria Sharapova had something to celebrate: her colorful orange and pink ensemble was a smashing success at the 2014 French Open.
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Serena Williams jumped for joy in a cute white and purple tennis ensemble as she celebrated her women's singles final victory at the 2012 Wimbledon championship tournament.
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Arantxa Rus donned bright colors at the French Open tennis championship at the Roland Garros stadium in May 2011.
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Christine "Chris" Evert, the former World No. 1 professional tennis player, displayed her colorful tennis style at the Lipton competition in 1988.
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Jelena Jankovic wore a yellow tutu-inspired tennis dress in 2009.
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This multicolor dress was a standout look for Venus WIlliams, who was all smiles after winning her opening match at the 2014 French Open.
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Caroline Wozniacki debuted Adidas by Stella McCartney Tennis Ruffle Dress in blue for the opening match at Indian Wells in 2011.
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Maria Sharapova took a swing in a layered blue outfit at the 2014 Australian Open.
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Neon yellow straps and a ruffled hemline showed off Maria Sharapova's fashion sense at the 2012 Wimbledon championships tournament.
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Novak Djokovic paired red tennis shoes with a cool striped shorts and polo shirt combo at the Western & Southern Open in Ohio in August 2011.
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At the French US Open 2010, Venus Williams wore a racy red and black corset inspired outfit.
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Simona Halep of Romania proved that orange and purple can be complementary colors at the French Open in 2014.
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Daniela Hantuchova celebrates match point during the Western & Southern Open in Ohio, August 2011, in head-to-toe turquoise.
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Andy Murray sported monochromatic hues while warming up with a soccer ball before the Great Britain v Luxembourg Davis Cup tie in Scotland in July 2011.
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Pete Sampras wore bold black and yellow at the DIRECTV Old School Challenge in New York City, August 2011.
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Anna Kournikova displayed her favorite designer brand and colors in an all Adidas tennis attire.
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Andre Agassi was in style with a red sweat band tied at the back of his neck to keep his long, flowy locks out of his face. He finally traded in his head piece for . . .
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. . . his signature burgundy bandanna.
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Only Serena Williams could pull off a black Nike top outlined in studs to the end of the shirt to reveal a stomach-baring midriff (check out those rockin' abs) and a denim skirt for the 2004 US Open.
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Serena Williams donned a leather catsuit by Puma at the 2002 US Open.
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Andy Roddick is one of the most beloved tennis players. Fans all over the world tried to capture his look by wearing his signature Lacoste hat.
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Maria Sharapova takes tennis fashion to a whole new level with this "Audrey Hepburn" inspired little black dress by Nike.
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Tennis icon Maria Sharapova did it again with her school uniform inspired tennis outfit for the 2007 WTA Tour Championships.
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Serena Williams paired dark gray with pops of pink and red at the 2013 US Open.
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Maria Kirilenko looked sporty yet chic in Adidas by Stella McCartney in her white button down, sleeveless shirt tucked neatly into her belted yellow leather skirt.
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Redeeming herself in 2011 at the Wimbledon Open, Venus wore a classy white and gold flecked romper with a gold zipper and thin gold belt with loose sleeves and a diamond cut out in the back.
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Rafael Nadal sported his signature head and wrist band in his favorite color green at the French Open in 2008.
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Tennis babe Maria Kirilenko brought fashion to the tennis court in her tutu-inspired dress.
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Daniela Hantuchova styled herself in a feminine two-shaded pink Adidas dress for the US Open in 2010.
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Who could ever forget the iconic tennis player Bjorn Borg in his short shorts and striped collared tee by Fila.
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Elena Dementieva wore a loose red and white tennis dress with a matching visor to the 2010 US Open.
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Gael Monfils is one of the best dressed male tennis players as seen here in his white and blue shirts and shorts.
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White and navy separates paired with bright yellow accessories made for a flattering look on Russia's Maria Kirilenko at the 2013 French Open.
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Bethanie Mattek-Sands' style is best known for wearing knee-high socks with her tennis outfits.
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Ana Ivanovic kept up with this seasons neon color trend in a hot pink, orange, and green dress.
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Who could resist these unbeatable twins! Bob and Mike Bryan are always stylin' on and off the court
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Roger Federer sported his signature Nike head band at the 2011 Wimbledon Tennis Championship.
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Caroline Wozniacki again showed off Stella McCartney's dress designs, but this time in white. Which one do you prefer?