'It's Always Hot here.' As Temperatures Rise, Players Drop Out of Cincinnati Open

Weather Plays Spoilsport At Cincinnati Open As Players Struggle In Poor Conditions

The heat claims another victim as Francis Tiafoe unable to continue.

'It's always hot here.' As temperatures rise, players drop out of Cincinnati Open

Several ATP and WTA players have had issues dealing with the heat so far at the Cincinnati Open.

"Which other sport does this?" - Roger Federer's ex-coach calls out Cincinnati Open for making players play in extreme hot conditions as complaints rise

Roger Federer's former coach, Ivan Ljubicic, is the latest to criticize the ongoing Cincinnati Open after multiple players, including Aryna Sabalenka, complained about the scorching heat in the first

Roger Federer's former coach issues criticism of tennis during Cincinnati Open but Mardy Fish disagrees

The Cincinnati Open has a problem. The prestigious tournament, which has undergone a $260 million redevelopment, has seen many players struggle with the soaring temperatures. A number of players have struggled or withdrawn from the tournament, including Arthur Rinderknech, who collapsed on court during his match against Felix Auger-Aliassime. If these issues persist, the tournament may need to impose a heat rule similar to the one used at the Au…