What to know about the heat policy at the French Open
Summary
The French Open has experienced an unusual heat wave, but its extreme heat policy has not been used. The policy allows for cooling breaks or stopping play if certain heat levels are reached, but the conditions so far have not met those triggers. Unlike the Australian Open, the French Open does not close the retractable roofs during hot weather.Key Facts
- The French Open heat policy is based on the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT), which measures heat, humidity, sun, and wind.
- Cooling breaks can be added if the WBGT reaches 30.1°C (86°F).
- Play is suspended if the WBGT hits 32.2°C (90°F), roughly 100°F in normal temperature terms.
- The temperature during Jannik Sinner’s recent match rose from 29°C to 32°C but did not trigger the policy.
- The French Open never closes roofs as part of the heat policy, though two major courts have retractable roofs.
- The Australian Open's heat policy includes closing roofs when play is stopped outdoors due to heat.
- The French Open has never activated its heat policy before.
- Players like Jannik Sinner have struggled in heat and have benefited from roof closures in other tournaments.
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