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Wimbledon 2025: What are the heat rules at the tournament?

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The opening-day record of 29.3C - set in 2001 - is expected to be beaten.

Temperatures at Wimbledon on Monday are expected to reach 33C , and possibly 34C.

Players will be permitted 10-minute breaks during a match if the WBGT is at 30.1C or higher.

The heat rule applies to all singles matches, even if they have already started.

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