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Will Djokovic Return To The French Open Next Year?

Will Djokovic Return To The French Open Next Year?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Novak Djokovic expresses uncertainty about his future participation in the French Open after a surprising defeat to Joao Fonseca, raising questions about his continued presence at Roland Garros.

Sriram Balaji, Yuki Bhambri Advance In French Open Doubles

Sriram Balaji, Yuki Bhambri Advance In French Open Doubles

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian tennis players N Sriram Balaji and Yuki Bhambri secured victories in the first round of the French Open men's doubles, advancing to the next stage with their respective partners.

Birthday blow! Swiatek crashes out of French Open

Birthday blow! Swiatek crashes out of French Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Iga Swiatek's French Open campaign ended in a stunning defeat to Marta Kostyuk, adding to the series of upsets at Roland Garros.

Djokovic's French Open Preparation Hampered By Injury

Djokovic's French Open Preparation Hampered By Injury

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Novak Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the French Open, but faces challenges due to a disrupted season and physical issues.

Kalinskaya, Chwalinska, Shnaider seal French Open last-eight berth

Kalinskaya, Chwalinska, Shnaider seal French Open last-eight berth

Rediff.com13 minutes ago

Anna Kalinskaya reached her maiden French Open quarterfinal with a 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (10-7) win over 28th seed Anastasia Potapova on Monday, marking only the second time the Russian has entered that stage of a Grand Slam.

Bhambri And Venus Exit French Open Doubles In Second Round

Bhambri And Venus Exit French Open Doubles In Second Round

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's Yuki Bhambri and his partner Michael Venus of New Zealand were defeated by the Italian pair of Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori in the men's doubles second round of the French Open.

Sriram Balaji And Marcelo Demoliner Progress At French Open

Sriram Balaji And Marcelo Demoliner Progress At French Open

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's N Sriram Balaji and his Brazilian partner Marcelo Demoliner secured a second-round victory in the men's doubles at the French Open, while Yuki Bhambri and his partner Michael Venus were defeated.

Rybakina headlines fierce race for French Open women's crown

Rybakina headlines fierce race for French Open women's crown

Rediff.com21 May 2026

From proven champions seeking to cement their legacy to hungry contenders chasing a maiden major crown, Roland Garros opens its gates to a field brimming with intrigue.

Yuki Bhambri Advances In French Open Mixed Doubles

Yuki Bhambri Advances In French Open Mixed Doubles

Rediff.com4 days ago

Yuki Bhambri, partnering with Alexandra Panova, progressed to the mixed doubles pre-quarterfinals at the French Open, while Anirudh Chandrasekar and Takeru Yuzuki were defeated in the men's doubles.

PSG celebrate European dominance at French Open

PSG celebrate European dominance at French Open

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Paris St Germain players presented their Champions League trophies to the French Open crowd on Monday, two days after winning Europe's premium club competition for the second time in a row.

French Open: Swiatek slays Jones, canters into Round 2

French Open: Swiatek slays Jones, canters into Round 2

Rediff.com7 days ago

Four-time champion Iga Swiatek cantered into the second round of the French Open, dispatching Australian wildcard Emerson Jones 6-1, 6-2 in quick time under a beaming sun.

Jil Teichmann upsets Muchova to make French Open last 16

Jil Teichmann upsets Muchova to make French Open last 16

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jil Teichmann of Switzerland defeated Czech Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach the last 16 of the French Open for the first time since 2022. Teichmann will face Mirra Andreeva in the next round.

Coco Gauff ready to rule the French Open again

Coco Gauff ready to rule the French Open again

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Coco Gauff is showing strong form ahead of the French Open, presenting her with a significant opportunity to secure another Grand Slam title.

French Open: Djokovic survives Royer fightback to reach third round

French Open: Djokovic survives Royer fightback to reach third round

Rediff.com4 days ago

Novak Djokovic overcame some stiff resistance from home player Valentin Royer to move into the third round of the French Open with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-7 (7), 6-3 victory on Wednesday.

Seeds shocked at French Open: Medvedev stunned by wildcard Walton

Seeds shocked at French Open: Medvedev stunned by wildcard Walton

Rediff.com6 days ago

Daniil Medvedev's struggles at Roland Garros continued as Australian wildcard Adam Walton stunned the former world number one in a thrilling five-set first-round upset at the French Open.

Sonmez trips over advertisement sign, tumbles out of French Open

Sonmez trips over advertisement sign, tumbles out of French Open

Rediff.com3 days ago

Turkey's Zeynep Sonmez suffered a leg injury after tripping over an advertising sign during her doubles match at the French Open, forcing her to retire from the tournament.

Can Sabalenka Overcome Clay Court Struggles At French Open?

Can Sabalenka Overcome Clay Court Struggles At French Open?

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Aryna Sabalenka arrives at the French Open as world number one, but her clay court form and a recent injury raise doubts about her chances of winning her first Grand Slam title on the surface.

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Top tennis players, including Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff, are threatening to boycott the French Open due to dissatisfaction with the current prize money distribution, claiming a lack of respect and a decreasing share of tournament revenue.

Clay queen Swiatek seeks revival and fifth French Open crown

Clay queen Swiatek seeks revival and fifth French Open crown

Rediff.com21 May 2026

The World No 3, who last won a clay court title at the French Open final in 2024, targets success on the red dirt with a new coach and renewed zeal.

French Open: Gauff crashes out as Potapova pulls off huge upset

French Open: Gauff crashes out as Potapova pulls off huge upset

Rediff.com1 days ago

Defending champion Coco Gauff was defeated by Anastasia Potapova in the French Open, with Potapova winning 4-6, 7-6(1), 6-4 to advance to the fourth round.

Swiatek, Andreeva, Kostyuk in French Open Round Of 16

Swiatek, Andreeva, Kostyuk in French Open Round Of 16

Rediff.com3 days ago

Iga Swiatek, Mirra Andreeva, and Marta Kostyuk have all advanced to the fourth round of the French Open after winning their respective matches.

Novak Djokovic names compatriot Troicki as coach ahead of French Open

Novak Djokovic names compatriot Troicki as coach ahead of French Open

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Novak Djokovic has confirmed long-time friend and compatriot Viktor Troicki as his head coach ahead of next week's French Open.

Indians Balaji, Bhambri Advance To French Open Second Round

Indians Balaji, Bhambri Advance To French Open Second Round

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian tennis players N Sriram Balaji and Yuki Bhambri made winning starts in the French Open men's doubles, advancing to the second round with impressive victories in Paris.

French Open: Players demand fairer revenue sharing, stronger representation

French Open: Players demand fairer revenue sharing, stronger representation

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A simmering dispute between players and the Grand Slams over revenue sharing intensified at the French Open on Friday, with Novak Djokovic warning the sport risked further fragmentation as leading players pressed for a greater voice in shaping its future.

Fonseca Beats Ruud To Reach French Open Quarter-Finals

Fonseca Beats Ruud To Reach French Open Quarter-Finals

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca defeated Casper Ruud to reach his first Grand Slam quarter-final at the French Open, continuing his impressive run in the tournament.

French Open 2026 chaos: New champion set to emerge

French Open 2026 chaos: New champion set to emerge

Rediff.com2 days ago

Iga Swiatek and Alexander Zverev are set to compete in their fourth-round matches at the French Open, while Casper Ruud and Elina Svitolina will also be in action.

'I lost control of everything': Swiatek explains French Open shock loss

'I lost control of everything': Swiatek explains French Open shock loss

Rediff.com1 days ago

Iga Swiatek admitted that tension played a significant role in her unexpected fourth-round defeat at the French Open against Marta Kostyuk. The loss marks her earliest exit from the tournament since 2019 and a disappointing end to her clay court season.

36-YO Cirstea scripts French Open fairytale; Zverev storms into quarters

36-YO Cirstea scripts French Open fairytale; Zverev storms into quarters

Rediff.com1 days ago

Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea reached the quarter-final of the French Open, while Matteo Berrettini is rediscovering his confidence after a win.

Sinner breezes into French Open second round; Birrell stuns Pegula

Sinner breezes into French Open second round; Birrell stuns Pegula

Rediff.com5 days ago

World number one Jannik Sinner started his campaign for a maiden French Open title in merciless fashion, beating Frenchman Clement Tabur 6-1, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the second round on Tuesday.

Lorenzo Musetti Forced To Miss French Open With Injury

Lorenzo Musetti Forced To Miss French Open With Injury

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Lorenzo Musetti has withdrawn from the French Open due to a thigh injury sustained at the Italian Open, joining a list of high-profile absentees.

Sabalenka, Osaka, Gauff race into French Open second round

Sabalenka, Osaka, Gauff race into French Open second round

Rediff.com5 days ago

World number one Aryna Sabalenka brushed aside Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in straight sets in the opening round match.

'We deserve more': Players slam French Open pay

'We deserve more': Players slam French Open pay

Rediff.com6 May 2026

The Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) has criticised the French Open's prize money structure, supporting players' demands for a fairer share of revenue and broader structural changes in tennis.

French Open favours Sinner: Is the Italian set for history?

French Open favours Sinner: Is the Italian set for history?

Rediff.com20 May 2026

World number one Jannik Sinner has the opportunity to complete his Grand Slam collection at the French Open, especially with Carlos Alcaraz's withdrawal altering the tournament dynamics. Sinner's improved clay court game and consistent performance make him a strong contender for the title.

Fonseca halts Djokovic's Grand Slam quest, opens up French Open draw

Fonseca halts Djokovic's Grand Slam quest, opens up French Open draw

Rediff.com2 days ago

Novak Djokovic's latest bid to claim a record 25th Grand Slam title was left in tatters after his 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 third-round defeat by Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca at the French Open on Friday.

French Open: Osaka survives 3-set thriller to set up Sabalenka clash

French Open: Osaka survives 3-set thriller to set up Sabalenka clash

Rediff.com2 days ago

Naomi Osaka battled through a tough three-set match against 18-year-old Iva Jovic to reach the French Open fourth round, setting up a high-profile clash with world number one Aryna Sabalenka.

Teen Sensation Kouame Stuns Cilic To Make French Open History

Teen Sensation Kouame Stuns Cilic To Make French Open History

Rediff.com6 days ago

French teenager Moise Kouame stunned former US Open champion Marin Cilic at Roland Garros to become the youngest man in 17 years to win a Grand Slam main-draw match.

Djokovic begins quest for 25th Grand Slam crown at French Open

Djokovic begins quest for 25th Grand Slam crown at French Open

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Novak Djokovic begins his quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title at the French Open, while Alexander Zverev hopes to finally break through and win his first major. The tournament starts amid tensions over prize money and player influence.

He went viral with croissant...now he's making history at French Open

He went viral with croissant...now he's making history at French Open

Rediff.com2 days ago

American Zachary Svajda's impressive run at the French Open continues, fuelled by a viral TikTok post and a stunning victory over Francisco Cerundolo. With top seeds falling, Svajda eyes a deep run and an end to the American men's Grand Slam drought.

Venus Williams sets sight on French Open after clay comeback

Venus Williams sets sight on French Open after clay comeback

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Venus Williams expresses her desire to participate in the French Open after competing on clay for the first time in five years at the Madrid Open, where she lost in the first round.

World No. 1 Sabalenka shakes off injury woes ahead of French Open battle

World No. 1 Sabalenka shakes off injury woes ahead of French Open battle

Rediff.com22 May 2026

World number one Aryna Sabalenka insists she has fully shaken off the physical woes that derailed her French Open preparations, despite arriving at Roland Garros without a semi-final appearance on clay this season.