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ATP Tour Introduces Heat Rule for Player Safety

12/16/2025

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  • The ATP Tour will implement a heat rule in the 2026 season, introducing a 10-minute cooling break when the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) reaches 30.1°C during the first two sets of best-of-three singles matches.
  • If WBGT exceeds 32.2°C, play will be suspended.
  • During breaks, players may hydrate, change clothing, and receive coaching, supervised by medical staff.
  • The regulation aligns with WTA policies and aims to improve safety.