Tennis Undies

Gussie Moran, a tennis star, Created quite a stir When she wore lace-trimmed underwear, Created just for her. In 1949 this was, On Wimbledon’s staid courts; The British folk were scandalized, According to reports. Designed by Teddy Tingling, A tennis pro and Brit, The all-white skirt (above the knees!) Had newsmen in a snit. They said she brought “vulgarity” And even, more so, “sin” Into a sport that prior Only let the proper in. Along with her obit, there was A photo of her wearing These very clothes; to us, today, They’re anything but daring. But bravo to this fearless gal! Her charms she did assert When she gave fans at Wimbledon A shock beneath her skirt.