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Wimbledon 2026 faces record heatwave with player breaks mandated

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Wimbledon 2026 is expected to be significantly impacted by a severe heatwave across Europe, with the UK Met Office issuing Amber extreme heat warnings. Temperatures in London could break June records, potentially reaching 96 degrees Fahrenheit (35.6 Celsius). The tournament has a heat rule in place, allowing for breaks between sets when the heat stress index exceeds 30.1 degrees Celsius, though this rule does not apply to matches played under a roof. AI

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Wimbledon 2026 faces record heatwave with player breaks mandated

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Marshall Shepherd, Senior Contributor ·

    Why Record Heat May Ace Wimbledon This Year

    Wimbledon qualifying matches and the main tournament itself could face record heat. Here's what you need to know.

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