Overview
- A severe late‑May European heatwave pushed air temperatures in Paris into the low 90s Fahrenheit (about 32–33°C), turning opening‑round play into an endurance test for competitors.
- Multiple players suffered heat‑related problems including dizziness, cramps, on‑court collapses and several mid‑match retirements, with high‑profile exits reshaping the men’s draw.
- Roland‑Garros applies a Wet Bulb Globe Temperature metric to trigger a 10‑minute cooling break at 30.1°C WBGT and to suspend play at 32.2°C WBGT, and officials say those sensor thresholds were not met this week.
- Players and reporters documented shortfalls in on‑site cooling such as limited shade on outer courts and complaints about ice and cold water, which has intensified calls to review match scheduling and sideline support.
- Coverage linked the early extreme heat to a regional heat dome and longer‑term warming, raising practical questions about whether Grand Slam heat protocols and event logistics should be updated for hotter seasons.