ATP Introduces New Heat Rules from 2026 to Safeguard Player Health
The ATP Tour plans to implement new heat rules from 2026 to address player safety concerns in extreme weather conditions. The rules will be based on the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) index to evaluate heat stress.
Players will have specific cooling breaks and medical support when temperatures reach certain levels. This decision comes after incidents like Jannik Sinner's retirement in Shanghai and Novak Djokovic falling sick during a tournament.
The move aligns with similar standards in the WTA and Grand Slam events, marking progress in instituting extreme weather protocols in tennis.
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