Wimbledon attendees chance their arm against robot tennis stars’ serves
Summary
At Wimbledon, visitors can try to return serves from famous tennis players using a special robot that mimics real players’ fast and powerful serves. The tournament is also preparing for an intense heatwave by adding more shaded areas and using tougher grass to handle hotter weather.Key Facts
- The robot serves balls at speeds like Emma Raducanu’s 110 mph and Andy Murray’s 145 mph.
- It uses 5G technology to copy speed and angles from real matches on Centre Court.
- About half of the players trying the robot could return at least one out of three serves.
- Wimbledon added new shaded areas and a retractable roof to protect visitors from heat.
- Temperatures recently reached 35°C (95°F), and future heat could go as high as 45°C by 2056 in England.
- The grass on the courts is being replaced with drought-resistant types to survive hotter and drier summers.
- The courts also face wear from sliding players like Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner, causing damage to the turf.
- Wimbledon’s team is planning for future climate changes and different playing styles to keep the event running smoothly.
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