
Why Roland Garros doesn’t stop at 33°C: Sinner’s illness and the science behind the heat rule
The surprise elimination of Jannik Sinner in the second round of Roland Garros 2026 left everyone in suspense. After dominating the first part of the match against Cerundolothe world number 1 suffered a serious illness on the court, complaining of severe dehydration and nausea until he sensationally gave in in the fifth set. In Paris there were approximately 33°Ca decidedly ...








