Roland-Garros 2026
David Chelly, January 12, 2026
Dates of Roland Garros 2026
In 2026, Roland-Garros runs from May 18 to June 7 in Paris. These dates cover the whole event, with an initial phase dedicated to qualifying, then the main draw through to the finals on the main courts of Stade Roland-Garros.
The tournament
Roland-Garros, also known as the French Open, is one of the four Grand Slam tournaments. Its most visible feature is the clay surface, a slower surface that lengthens rallies, puts endurance at the heart of the game, and rewards sliding, defense and point construction. The modern tournament has been held at Stade Roland-Garros since 1928, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, and draws the world's best players every year.
Roland-Garros is not just a stadium and finals. Clay changes the hierarchy, forces players to manage patience and tactics over the course of a match, and makes upsets more frequent in the early rounds. For spectators, this means longer, more physical matches, and often clearer point construction, which explains the public's particular attachment to this tournament.
The courts
The stadium has several major courts that shape the on-site experience. Court Philippe-Chatrier hosts the biggest matchups and the finals, Court Suzanne-Lenglen often serves as a second stage for top players, and the more intimate Court Simonne-Mathieu is known for its atmosphere and closeness to the action. Around them, the outer courts are essential from the start of the tournament, as they let spectators see many matches in a single day, often just a few meters from the players.
Tickets and sessions
To choose wisely, it helps to understand the options. A ticket for a main court guarantees a seat on the Chatrier, Lenglen or Simonne-Mathieu depending on the ticket, while "grounds" access lets you move around and catch matches on the outer courts, often the best experience-to-price ratio in the early rounds. The opening days of the tournament are ideal for seeing the most matches, while the second week favors premium matchups but offers less variety. The order of play is generally published the day before, which helps in planning a realistic day on site.
Access
Stade Roland-Garros is located near Porte d'Auteuil. To avoid lines and delays, the metro and RER with connections remain the most reliable options on busy days. On site, arriving early is useful, as security checks, moving between courts and the flow around food stands take time, especially during the middle of the day.
Records
The men's record for titles is held by Rafael Nadal, with fourteen men's singles wins, a historic benchmark in modern tennis. In recent results, the 2022 edition was won by Rafael Nadal on the men's side, against Casper Ruud, and by Iga Świątek on the women's side, against Coco Gauff.