Diana Shnaider explains why she wears a scarf during matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 1:41 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Diana Shnaider, currently ranked 23rd in the world, is competing at the 2026 French Open. The 22-year-old Russian player is known for wearing a bandana or scarf during matches. Shnaider explained that she sought headwear options to protect her fair skin from sunburn, ultimately finding comfort in the scarf her mother selected for her. Shnaider's unique choice has drawn attention from fans as she rises in the sport.
- •Diana Shnaider is ranked 23 in the world.
- •She competes at the 2026 French Open.
- •Shnaider wears a scarf for sun protection.
- •Her mother chose the bandana that Shnaider wears.
- 1:41 PMYahoo Sports — Why Diana Shnaider wears her iconic scarf while playing tennis?
"Diana Shnaider is on the rise in tennis, but fans want to know why she wears something on her hair while she plays.
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