French Open Heat Wave Forces Extreme Weather Protocols and Faster Play
Temperatures at the Roland Garros clay-court Grand Slam have surged to 33 degrees Celsius (91 degrees Fahrenheit) during the tournament’s opening days, creating faster playing conditions and forcing officials to implement extreme weather protocols. Players are utilizing ice packs and cooling breaks to manage the heat, which has already impacted match outcomes. Escalating Temperatures and … Read more
