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Paul Bowell, Lecturer of Sport Management and Sociology, Swinburne University of Technology

‘Do you want a player to die on court?’ – athlete wellbeing concerns heat up at the French Open

During the first week of the French Open in Paris, concerns grew for player wellbeing as many competitors struggled with the extreme heat.

World No.1 Jannik Sinner wilted in his second-round match, while Jakub Mensik collapsed for nearly five minutes after playing in the heat.

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