French Open heat wave making for faster court

Extreme heat is changing conditions at Roland Garros, with Paris temperatures reaching 33C to 34C during the opening days. The firmer courts and higher bounces are making play faster and forcing players to adjust tactics. That matters immediately for both ATP and WTA matches, where heavier conditions normally reward longer rallies and patience. The heat wave has turned the French Open into a different test from the one players expect on clay.

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