Briton Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram are through to round two of the men's doubles at the French Open after a straight-set win.
Alexander Zverev's trial over domestic abuse allegations is adjourned after his lawyers make an application for the complainant's evidence to be heard in private.Iga Swiatek celebrates her 23rd birthday with victory over Marie Bouzkova, while Coco Gauff holds firm against a streaky Dayana Yastremska.
Andrey Rublev says his behaviour in his third-round French Open loss - where he smashed a racquet on court and on his knee - was the worst it has been at a Grand Slam.The 2024 edition of the French Open begins on Sunday, 26 May - here is all you need to know.
Serbian qualifier Olga Danilovic displayed incredible tenacity and skill to secure her place in the fourth round of Roland Garros for the first time in her career. Within 24 hours, Danilovic overcame two high-profile opponents in grueling matches. On Thursday, she staged a remarkable come-from-behind victory against world No.10 Danielle Collins, winning in three sets. […]Defending champion Novak Djokovic moves efficiently through the gears to beat Spain’s Roberto Carballes Baena and reach the French Open third round.On a rainy Thursday at Roland Garros, Aryna Sabalenka breezed into the third round, while No.11 Danielle Collins fell to Serbian qualifier Olga Danilovic. Not affected by showers, second seed and last year’s semifinalist Sabalenka needed just 62 minutes to overcome Japan’s Moyuka Uchijima 6-2 6-2 under the roof on Court Philippe Chatrier. Uchijima, ranked […]The French Open has stopped fans drinking alcohol in the stands in a bid to end unruly behaviour, says tournament director Amelie Mauresmo.Aryna Sabalenka underlines her French Open title credentials with a straight-set win to reach the third round at Roland Garros.
In her second BBC Sport column at a wet French Open, Danielle Collins explains how she gets through rain-disrupted days.Can Britons play on clay? After six first-round singles exits out of six at the French Open, BBC Sport gets the expert view. Iga Swiatek rebukes the French Open crowd for making noise during points, a day after David Goffin said he had chewing gum spat at him.Defending champion Iga Swiatek avoids her earliest French Open exit by saving a match point before beating Naomi Osaka in a second-round thriller.In a clash between two four-time Grand Slam champions, world No.1 Iga Swiatek saved a match point and recovered from a 5-2 deficit in the third set to battle past former No.1 Naomi Osaka in the second round of Roland Garros on Court Philippe-Chatrier, 7-6(1) 1-6 7-5 in two hours and 57 minutes. In the […]An off-colour Carlos Alcaraz has to dig deep to beat inspired qualifier Jesper de Jong and reach the French Open third round.
Belgium's David Goffin claims someone spat chewing gum at him during his first-round win over Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard at the French Open.Novak Djokovic begins his French Open title defence with a solid if not spectacular victory over home hope Pierre-Hugues Herbert.Dan Evans and Katie Boulter both exited the French Open at the first-round stage to leave Britain without any representatives in the main singles draw.Earlier this month, rumors of a new tennis couple, Anna Kalinskaya and Jannik Sinner, surfaced in Italian media after the two were spotted in Turin. During a post-match interview at Roland Garros, the Italian ATP player confirmed their relationship but emphasized his desire to keep his love life private. Not only was the world No.25 […]A month ago, Alize Cornet announced that Roland Garros would be her final tournament. The Frenchwoman’s professional tennis career came to an end on Tuesday when she lost in the first round to Zheng Qinwen in Paris. The former world No.11 Cornet required a wildcard to enter the main draw of Roland Garros 2024, the […]
The 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal says playing at Wimbledon would not be a 'good idea' as he aims for the Olympics this summer.Rafael Nadal says he is likely to skip Wimbledon in order to protect his body and achieve his goal of playing at this year's Olympics.Naomi Osaka overcame a challenging match against Italian Lucia Bronzetti to advance to the second round of the 2024 French Open with a 6-1 4-6 7-5 victory, despite committing 45 unforced errors. This victory marks Osaka’s first win at Roland Garros since 2021, a year marked by controversy and her subsequent withdrawal due to refusing […]The new Coco Gauff shoe is a special-edition design that combines a range of grey nuances with neutral hues and hairy suede texture. The American has already been spotted in her latest New Balance Coco CG1s while practicing at Roland Garros in Paris. Details about the new Coco Gauff shoe The signature Coco Gauff shoe […]Just weeks after ending their highly-publicized relationship, Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas have rekindled their romance, deciding they can’t be without each other. However, the tennis couple now plans to keep their love life more private. In early May, Badosa and Tsitsipas announced their decision to part ways, reflecting on a journey filled with love […]The new Yonex Paris collection, featuring olive, beige, and orange tones, will be showcased by tennis players Elena Rybakina and Caroline Garcia at the 2024 French Open. Let’s take a look at the promo images for a closer view of the collection items. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yonex […]Aryna Sabalenka’s latest Instagram carousel features a photo of her hugging her new boyfriend, Georgios Frangulis. Comments from her best friend, Paula Badosa, suggest that the Spanish tennis star might have played a matchmaker role in bringing the couple together. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aryna Sabalenka (@arynasabalenka) As […]World No.1 Iga Swiatek has unveiled her On outfit for the 2024 French Open, showcasing a vibrant coral and purple ombre design. Recently seen in action while playing tennis with actress Courteney Cox, known for her role in the TV series “Friends,” Swiatek’s new ensemble has already caught the attention of fans. Iga Swiatek hitting […]In celebration of Barbie’s 65th anniversary, Mattel, Inc. announced today the creation of one-of-a-kind Barbie dolls honoring nine exceptional athletes worldwide, including the iconic American tennis player Venus Williams. This initiative aims to inspire young girls by showcasing role models who have shattered barriers in their respective sports. Krista Berger, Senior Vice President of Barbie […]Nike has unveiled the latest Naomi Osaka shoes, a premium GP Challenge 1 model inspired by Japan. The asymmetrical design seamlessly blends the great strength, power, and good luck of a mythical dragon on the right shoe with the calming aura of some of the tennis star’s favorite flowers on the left. Details about new […]
What makes Carlos Alcaraz tick? BBC Radio 5 Live find out by speaking to the Wimbledon champion and those closest to him.In a groundbreaking move, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has secured a multiyear deal to sponsor the WTA women’s rankings. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both the WTA and the Saudi Arabian sports landscape. The WTA announced the partnership on Monday, highlighting the PIF as the first-ever naming-rights partner for the WTA […]Ana Ivanovic is set to play competitive tennis for the first time in eight years! The retired WTA star and mother of three boys has committed to participating in the 2024 Luxembourg Ladies Tennis Masters, an invitational tournament scheduled from October 17th to October 20th. The former world No.1 played her final professional match in […]Aryna Sabalenka has made her relationship with new boyfriend, Oakley founder Georgios Frangulis, Instagram official. She shared a video of them holding hands while strolling at the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola, Italy. This announcement comes just a day after marking one month since the tragic passing of her ex-boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov […]At the second consecutive WTA 1000 tournament, Iga Swiatek secured victory in the final against Aryna Sabalenka, adding to her Mutua Madrid Open title with another triumph at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia. Just two weeks after their thrilling encounter in Madrid, where Swiatek emerged victorious in three sets, the Polish player continued her winning streak […]Aryna Sabalenka‘s rumored new boyfriend, Georgios Frangulis, founder of Oakberry, was spotted in the stands as she played the final of the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome against Iga Swiatek. Sabalenka was previously in a long-term relationship with Belarusian ice-hockey player Konstantin Koltsov. Shortly after their breakup earlier this year, Koltsov tragically died at the […]Aryna Sabalenka is unveiling the latest Nike tennis collection designed for the upcoming Grand Slam in Paris. The new apparel features a bold palette of orange and greyish-blue tones, with a dizzying print reminiscent of optical illusions. Product links in this article are affiliate links, meaning that we will earn a commission if you make […]
The tennis player was accidentally struck in the head with a hard bottle that fell from a fan's backpack.
The Beijing Paralympics wrapped up yesterday with yet another spectacular ceremony at the wonderful Bird’s Nest stadium giving delirious athletes a chance to say goodbye after an extremely successful Games. Sounds like a similar story to four weeks ago when the Olympics ended on a high – we were even treated to another show of […]
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Watch highlights as Emma Raducanu beats Diane Parry in a three-set thriller to give Great Britain a historic 3-2 win over France and send them to the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu beats Caroline Garcia 3-6 6-3 6-2 and level Great Britain's BJK Cup tie against France.