Serena Williams' 'Wakanda-inspired' catsuit outlawed by French tennis officials

FRANCE -- French tennis officials are saying sorry, Serena -- there's a new dress code next year.

French Tennis Federation's president told Tennis Magazine her outfit at the French Open this year will not be allowed, saying "one must respect the game."

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Serena jokingly called it her "Wakanda-inspired catsuit" -- a reference to the movie "Black Panther."

Tennis officials will now ask manufacturers for an advanced look at uniforms for next year's tournament.