Temperatures soar at US Open

The World

The toughest part at this year’s US Open in New York may not be the world-class tennis talent. Instead, players say the high temperatures are nearly unbearable. Athletes from around the world are asking officials to take precautions against the brutal conditions. Host Marco Werman has the details. 

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