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Five-time Grand Slam winner joins calls to close Wimbledon roof
Several spectators fainted during Thursday's women's singles semi-finals at Wimbledon due to high temperatures.
Temperatures reached over 30C, with similar conditions forecast for the finals weekend, leading to an amber weather alert for large parts of England.
Fans are urging Wimbledon officials to close the roofs of Centre Court and Court One to provide shade for spectators.
The roofs were originally installed to protect courts from rain, but fans argue they should be used to shield attendees, particularly older crowds, from prolonged sun exposure.
Five-time Grand Slam winner Iga Swiatek also suggested closing the roofs if it would help, despite the 10-minute closure process leading to an overall 30-minute break in play.
