Female stars reportedly responsible for costs of mandatory covered attire
Summary
– Female talent must pay for their own Saudi-compliant ring gear
– Strict attire guidelines remain in effect for the Women’s Royal Rumble
– There is no internal coordination to ensure outfits look distinct
The upcoming Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia comes with specific requirements for the women’s roster. While fans are accustomed to seeing modified ring gear for these events, new details have emerged regarding the financial burden this places on the talent.
A report from WrestleVotes Radio via Fightful Select indicates that the strict dress code used in previous years remains in effect. Female competitors are required to wear full-body suits to comply with local cultural customs.
Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful spoke with a WWE talent who confirmed that the company is not covering the costs for these mandatory outfits. The wrestler stated that the responsibility for designing, creating, and paying for the gear lies entirely with the performers.
The source also revealed a lack of organizational oversight regarding the match’s aesthetics. There has been no coordinated effort to ensure the gear is visually distinct from one competitor to the next. This raises concerns about potential confusion during the 30-woman battle royal if many superstars opt for similar designs.
This update highlights the logistical and financial challenges facing the women’s division as they prepare for the historic event in Riyadh.
