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Holger Rune Urges ATP to Introduce Heat Rule After Grueling Shanghai Conditions

Posted : 08 October 2025

Denmark’s Holger Rune has urged tennis authorities to adopt a formal heat rule for tournaments such as the Shanghai Masters, following sweltering conditions that have forced several players to retire. The ATP, which governs men’s tennis, confirmed on Tuesday that it is reviewing the possibility of introducing such a policy.

 

Temperatures exceeding 30°C combined with humidity levels above 80% have made playing conditions extremely difficult in Shanghai. The harsh weather has led to numerous withdrawals due to injury or illness, with defending champion Jannik Sinner among the most notable players forced to pull out.

 

Players have described the environment as “brutal,” and Rune believes the time has come for the ATP to establish clear guidelines similar to those used at Grand Slam tournaments. “We can handle a certain amount of heat because we’re strong and mentally tough, but there is always a limit,” said the world number 11. “It’s also important to take care of your health. We need to survive.”

 

Rune himself struggled in the heat during his match against Ugo Humbert on Sunday, requiring a medical timeout. Other players who have withdrawn or suffered due to the conditions include Casper Ruud, David Goffin, Tomas Machac, Terence Atmane, Hamad Medjedovic, and Wu Yibing.

 

In response to the growing concern, the ATP emphasized that player safety remains its highest priority. According to its current regulations, decisions related to weather conditions, including extreme heat are made by the on-site ATP Supervisor in consultation with medical teams and local authorities. The organization also stated that several health-protection measures are already in place for extreme conditions.

 

Rune’s comments and the ATP’s response have reignited discussions about climate and player welfare in professional tennis, particularly as tournaments increasingly face high temperatures across the global calendar.

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