9. FIFA Has Issues With Nicklas Bendtner’s Drawers

Year of Fine: 2012
Est. Fine Total: $126,000*
Athletes are required to follow established dress regulations when competing in sporting tournaments like Wimbledon. Most people are unaware that professional sports leagues also have clothing regulations. These guidelines subtly encourage league players to wear only league-endorsed apparel.

FIFA is experiencing issues with Nicklas Bendtner’s drawings. © Paul Gilham via Getty Images
As Nicklas Bendtner discovered during Euro 2012, underwear is also subject to league approval. Because the Danish soccer player was wearing the wrong brand of underpants, he was fined $126,000. Maybe FIFA would have levied a lower fine if Nicklas had been wearing Calvin Kleins or Ralph Laurens?