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Wimbledon Players Struggle in Sweltering 33.4°C Heat

7/2/2025

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Wimbledon players battled sweltering conditions on Tuesday, with temperatures soaring to 33.4 degrees Celsius and humidity exceeding 70%. Despite heightened hydration efforts, the heat rule remained untouched. Athletes stressed the critical need for hydration and nutrition, while many found restful sleep elusive amid London's stifling warmth.

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Wimbledon players battled sweltering conditions on Tuesday, with temperatures soaring to 33.4 degrees Celsius and humidity exceeding 70%. Despite heightened hydration efforts, the heat rule remained untouched. Athletes stressed the critical need for hydration and nutrition, while many found restful sleep elusive amid London's stifling warmth.