US EditionJessica Pegula Caught in Cincinnati Open Chaos as Abrupt Halt Sparks Confusion
Rinderknech retired after nearly two hours due to heat exhaustion as temperatures exceeded 30°C, with several players requiring medical attention during the event, officials said.
- Arthur Rinderknech retired mid-match against Felix Auger-Aliassime at the 2025 Cincinnati Open on Monday after collapsing due to heat exhaustion.
- Rinderknech felt sick before starting and struggled in sweltering conditions above 30C with high humidity that affected many players.
- He briefly continued after ice-packs and a medical break but ultimately forfeited, allowing Auger-Aliassime to advance to the last 16.
- Auger-Aliassime urged fans to stay hydrated and bring protective gear, while others like Aryna Sabalenka highlighted the challenging humidity.
- The episode illustrates ongoing heat challenges at the Cincinnati Open impacting player endurance and match outcomes, yet organizers kept play on schedule.
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Jessica Pegula Caught in Cincinnati Open Chaos as Abrupt Halt Sparks Confusion
Beating the heat seemed to be a major hurdle for all the players at the 2025 Cincinnati Open. Previously, we saw Arthur Rinderknech collapsing on the court during his R32 match against Canada’s Félix Auger-Aliassime. He was seen struggling a bit before he eventually decided to give a walkover to his opponent. However, Rinderknech wasn’t the only one who struggled in these hot and humid conditions in Cincy. After his surprising early exit, Daniil…
"Like we're in an oven" - Felix Auger-Aliassime, Aryna Sabalenka feel the heat, literally, at Cincinnati Open as 90° weather leaves players scrambling
Felix Auger-Aliassime survived a tough Round of 32 encounter at the 2025 Cincinnati Open, beating Arthur Rinderknech after the Frenchman retired in the second set trailing 6-7(4), 2-4.
The French tennis pro Arthur Rinderknech collapsed during the Cincinnati Open at felt 40 degrees on the course and had to give up afterwards.
The Cincinnati tennis tournament is being held in severe heat. Several tennis players have struggled with the heat: Daniil Medvedev and Arthur Rinderknech have both fallen ill.
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