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A rich man’s game? How Roland Garros host France turned its back on clay

Efforts to expand tennis in France have seen hard courts gradually replace clay in the land of Roland Garros, leaving the iconic slippery surface to a select few – and, according to some, contributing to the home players’ miserable run at the Paris Grand Slam tournament.

France 24

Sabalenka thrives in French Open heat

PARIS - Aryna Sabalenka began her French Open campaign with a comfortable win on Tuesday as fellow world number one Jannik Sinner prepared to open his bid for a career Grand Slam in the night session.

Bangkok Post

Djokovic fights through tough Roland Garros opener, Zverev strolls

PARIS - Novak Djokovic battled from behind to keep his dream of winning a 25th major crown at Roland Garros alive, while Alexander Zverev enjoyed a more comfortable first-round victory as the clay-court Grand Slam got underway on Sunday.

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Alexander Zverev in cruise control as French Open starts under blazing sun

Alexander Zverev began his French Open campaign with a dominant straight-sets victory over Benjamin Bonzi amidst sweltering Parisian heat. The German second seed, aiming for his maiden Grand Slam, efficiently advanced. Meanwhile, the tournament faced significant withdrawals due to injuries, with Jannik Sinner emerging as the men's favourite. Marta Kostyuk,…

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No Alcaraz, no party? Five reasons not to miss this year’s French Open

There will be no repeat of last year’s epic, see-sawing final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at the French Open this year, with the Spanish title holder nursing an injury. But there is still plenty to look forward to on the Paris clay, from a Ukrainian duo aiming for…

France 24

Is the French Open on TV? Channel, live stream and how to watch tennis grand slam

Coco Gauff returns to defend her title in Paris but men’s reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz misses out due to a wrist injury

The Independent UK

Djokovic headlines opening day at French Open

Novak Djokovic is headlining the first day of the French Open on Sunday where he will face France's Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard on centre court. The 39-year-old Serb has already won Roland Garros three times and another title would give him a record-breaking 25 Grand Slam crowns.

France 24

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Djokovic faces tough start in quest for 25 as Roland Garros begins

Novak Djokovic begins his quest for a record 25th Grand Slam title at Roland Garros on Sunday, facing Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. Despite a recent shoulder issue and limited clay-court practice, the 39-year-old aims to capitalize on Carlos Alcaraz's absence. Other notable players in action include Alexander Zverev and Mirra Andreeva.

The Economic Times

French Open: A final dance at Roland Garros for retiring Stan Wawrinka and Gael Monfils

Tennis stars Stan Wawrinka and Gael Monfils are set for their final dance at Roland Garros. The French crowd cherishes these veterans who have delivered memorable matches. Wawrinka, a three-time Grand Slam champion, and Monfils, known for his spectacular play, are retiring after this season. Both players have slipped in…

The Economic Times

French Open tennis stars turn up the heat on Grand Slams over revenue row

Tensions between tennis players and the Grand Slams escalated at the French Open on Friday, as Novak Djokovic warned the sport risked deeper divisions amid growing demands for fairer revenue sharing and greater player influence. Several stars ditched media commitments in a show of solidarity, though many were cautious about…

France 24

Tennis players feel ‘ignored’ in pay dispute

PARIS - World number eight Taylor Fritz said on Friday that tennis players’ concerns about prize money have been “ignored” by Grand Slam tournament organisers, leading to their planned protest at the French Open.

Bangkok Post

French Open draw sees Boisson face Kalinskaya and Sinner take on Tabur

The French Open has announced the draw for this year's tournament, at which top seeds Jannik Sinner of Italy and Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus will be seeking their first Roland Garros titles.

Radio France Internationale

French Open 2026 guide: How to watch on TV, betting odds and more to know about Roland-Garros

The French Open, also known as Roland-Garros, begins on Sunday

The Independent UK

Wrist injury forces Spanish star Alcaraz to pull out of Wimbledon

Grand Slam tournament duels between Italy's Jannik Sinner and Spain's Carlos Alcaraz will resume at the US Open in September at the earliest, after Alcaraz pulled out of Wimbledon to continue his recovery from an injury to his right wrist.

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The Independent UK

When is the French Open draw? Seeds, wildcards and confirmed entry list

Jannik Sinner is hotly tipped to claim the career Grand Slam while the women’s field is full of potential contenders to lift the second major of the year

Sports Illustrated

The Bases Are Fully Loaded at the French Open for Jannik Sinner’s Career Grand Slam

Tennis’s subdued star has a chance to make history in Paris, one methodical, ruthless win at a time.

The Independent UK

England secure fifth consecutive Grand Slam with victory over France in Bordeaux

Evening Standard

Scotland rugby legend Scott Hastings has died at 61

Hastings was part of the Scotland team who won the Grand Slam in 1990

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The Independent UK

Tennis legend Billie Jean King, 82, set to graduate college

39-time Grand Slam winner attended California State University, Los Angeles from 1961 through 1964, before leaving to pursue a career in tennis

Golf Monthly

Is Jordan Spieth Still Good Enough To Win The Grand Slam? What The Stats Say About His PGA Championship Chances

Jordan Spieth makes his 10th attempt at completing the Grand Slam this week, but is he still good enough to win the PGA Championship?

The Guardian - UK

Italy 33–61 England: Women’s Six Nations rugby union – as it happened

England moved one step closer to another grand slam with victory over a spirited Italy

Sports Illustrated

Why Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and More Are Threatening to Boycott Grand Slams

Top tennis players have been in a dispute with the calendar's four major tournaments.

The Independent UK

Aryna Sabalenka threatens grand slam boycott over prize money row

Top-ranked women’s tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has suggested a potential boycott of grand slam tournaments if players do not begin to receive a larger share of the revenue.

Euronews

Judo: Heavyweights close Dushanbe in style

The Dushanbe Grand Slam 2026 ended with a thrilling final day for the heavyweights. Mansur Lorsanov, Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko, Fuchun Huang, Asya Tavano and Jakub Sordyl all struck gold as Tajikistan signed off another memorable edition in style.

Euronews

Double delight for Tajikistan on Day 2 in Dushanbe

Day 2 of the Dushanbe Grand Slam 2026 brought more joy for the home crowd, with Muhiddin Asadulloev and Somon Makhmadbekov both taking gold. Gankhaich Bold and Aleksandra Kowalewska also topped the podium in a packed and vibrant arena.

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