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Tennis-Challenge! Wimbledon say Avocados still in

Not banned, just sliced. The green avocado, the brunch staple, Instagram darling, and millennial favorite, is still on the menu.

After reports that claimed Wimbledon was ditching avocados in favor of crushed peas, panic spread through brunch circles. The World Avocado Organisation also weighed in Thursday to defend the fruit’s reputation.

Wimbledon organizers said on Thursday that there was no official ban. Avocados were spotted in an Itsu King Prawn Poke Bowl sold near Henman Hill. Fans can relax and stay calm.

The All England Tennis Club has reduced the amount of avocados served on its premises and offers crushed British peas in some dishes. However, it was made clear that there is no ban, and the ingredient is still used in many products.

The club has taken additional measures to reduce its emissions, including the removal from 30 of 42 kitchens, solar water tubes, and 100% renewable electricity for the grounds. It aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2030.

Hattie park, AELTC’s senior sustainability manager and after a panel discussion on environmental issues, said: "We aim to achieve net zero in our operations by 2030, as well as net zero in everything else, including the supply chain, by 2040."

We need to find an electric solution for the heating of the Centre Court and Number One courts. We're working on a solution to minimize disruption.

The extreme heat is also a concern. On Monday, Wimbledon had its hottest start ever with temperatures reaching 32.3 degrees Celsius.

Park, AELTC's Park, said: "I've worried about the extra heat for years."

"We must adapt to climate change and reduce our fossil fuel impact." Park said that if we could have green and blue infrastructures, which are naturally cooling, they would help with natural resilience. (Reporting and editing by Ken Ferris; Amy-Jo Crowley)

(source: Reuters)