A rare late-May heat wave affects the French Open at Roland Garros, with temperatures rising to around 33°C during the opening days, far above what is typical for late May in Paris. Players report that the conditions feel unusually hot, with some saying they have not experienced similar heat at Roland Garros since the Paris Olympics. The high temperatures are changing the clay-court surface, making it softer and altering how it plays. In response, groundskeepers spray the clay courts with water and use a salt solution to help manage moisture and maintain the playing conditions. Fans also face the heat, with some calling for more water and turning to sprinklers as the tournament begins. Overall, the heat wave increases pressure on both players and event staff as the tournament continues on clay that is sensitive to temperature and hydration.
Heat wave hits French Open, softening clay courts and prompting water spraying
A rare late-May heat wave affects the French Open at Roland Garros, with temperatures rising to around 33°C during the opening days, far above what is typical for late May in Paris. Players report tha...
- A late-May heat wave hits the French Open in Paris, with temperatures reaching about 33°C during the opening days.
- Players say the heat is unusually intense for Roland Garros at this time of year.
- The heat softens and affects the clay court surface.
- Groundskeepers spray the courts with water and salt to help manage conditions.
- Fans seek water and some use sprinklers amid the hot weather.
A rare late-May heat wave is gripping the French Open, testing players and softening the clay courts at Roland Garros.
2 months agoParis is experiencing an intense heat wave during the French Open, affecting both players and the clay courts
2 months agoTemperatures for the opening two days of the clay-court Grand Slam have soared to 33C— far beyond normal for late May in the French capital.
3 months agoTennis players at the French Open say they haven't experienced conditions this hot at Roland Garros since the Paris Olympics.
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