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Everything you need to know about the second grand slam of the year
The build-up to the French Open is well under way with the ATP and WTA action this week taking place at the Madrid Open.
Rafael Nadal is a major doubt as he continues his comeback from an abdominal issue.
“If I was in Paris today, I wouldn’t go out to play,” Nadal told a press conference. “I don’t think I’ll be able to play at 100 per cent but it’s important to be able to play for the last time in Madrid, it means a lot to me to play on this court where I’ve had some great moments.
“This doesn’t mean I’m giving up on anything in the next few weeks, I don’t know what might happen. Without trying to confuse anyone, I don’t know what’s going to happen in the next three weeks. I’m going to do the things I have to do to be able to play in Paris. And if I can, I can and if I can’t, I can’t. I’m going to Paris if I feel like I’m good enough… I’m going to Paris if I feel capable enough to compete.”
The French Open begins on May 26 and concludes on June 2.
Qualifying for the French Open begins on May 20.
The women’s final takes place on June 1 and the men’s final is the following day (June 2).
The French Open is located on the edge of Bois de Boulogne, close to PSG’s Parc des Princes. Roland Garros venue holds 18 clay courts including the main show court Philippe-Chatrier.
In the UK, Eurosport has the broadcasting rights to live action from Paris. To watch on Discovery+, an Entertainment & Sport pass is £6.99/month or £59.99/year.
NBC Sports will televise coverage of the French Open in the US.
The date for this year’s is yet to be confirmed but in 2023, it took place on the Thursday before the tournament started.
The prize money for this year is yet to be announced. In 2023, the winners collected £2m and runner-ups £1m.
Jack Draper, Daniel Evans and Cameron Norrie are on the main draw list and expected to play in the men’s draw.
Andy Murray is also listed but his participation is in doubt as he recovers from rupturing ankle ligaments at last month’s Miami Open.
In the women’s draw, Katie Boulter, Harriet Dart and Jodie Burrage are in the main draw.
Emma Raducanu is listed among the main draw alternates. As it stands, she needs five players to withdraw or receive a wildcard to gain direct entry. If she can’t get in directly, she will have to qualify.
Last year, Novak Djokovic claimed his 23rd grand slam title when he beat Casper Ruud in straight sets.
Iga Swiatek claimed her third French Open title when she overcame Karolina Muchova in three sets.
The men play for the Musketeers’ cup, named in honour of the four Musketeers of French tennis: Jean Borotra, Jacques Brugnon, Henri Cochet and René Lacoste.
The women play for the Suzanne-Lenglen cup, named after Suzanne Lenglen, who won the title six times.
To win the men’s title
To win the women’s title
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