Overview
- Wimbledon has told media it will not create a separate accreditation category for influencers for the 2027 Championships and plans to seize equipment such as ring lights that could disturb play.
- The move responds to this year’s US Open, where the U.S. Tennis Association granted about 100 content‑creator credentials, roughly double 2025’s total.
- The controversy peaked when a group in Arthur Ashe Stadium disrupted Naomi Osaka’s first‑round match, forcing the chair umpire to pause play after loud filming and bright lighting were used during a point on Monday.
- The US Open has posted public reminders about photography and etiquette and revoked access for two people who were incorrectly credentialed, but enforcement so far has been limited to signage and targeted revocations.
- Tournament organisers now face a choice between using creators to reach new audiences and protecting traditional tennis etiquette, with possible future controls including stricter equipment checks, tighter credential rules, and suggested etiquette testing for invited creators.