Australian Open triggers maximum heat warning with 45°C forecast
The Hindu
Australian Open faces extreme heat with 45C forecast, prompting closed roof for quarterfinal matches to ensure safety.
The Australian Open suffered more disruption on Tuesday (January 27, 2026) when it hit its maximum “heat stress” rating with forecasts of 45°C, meaning the day’s remaining quarterfinals will take place under a closed roof until the weather relents.
The Melbourne major reached the highest level of five for the second time in four days on its scale designed to protect players, fans and officials.
That means centre court, Rod Laver Arena, which hosts the day’s four quarterfinals, closed its roof.
The opening quarterfinal of the day, between Aryna Sabalenka and Iva Jovic, took place in blazing sunshine.
The match, won by world number one Sabalenka, ended in temperatures of 38°C.
Play on outdoor courts, which were to host junior boys’ and girls’ matches, were put on hold.
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Among the spectators was S. Laxmi, who has lived in Delhi for 35 years and hails from Tamil Nadu. Spotting performers in traditional attire, she broke into conversation in Tamil. “It’s a joy to converse in our own language,” she said and asked a dancer where he lived in Tamil Nadu. After exchanging greetings with the spectator, the dancer, Md. Aslam, a performer from Tiruchirappalli, said the troupe had rehearsed for nearly 20 days for a performance that lasted only a few minutes. “It is a great feeling to perform in front of national and international dignitaries,” he said.