The 2024 edition of Roland Garros, starting this Sunday, May 26, promises a spectacle on Parisian clay with the world's greatest tennis talents showcasing their skills. This year’s tournament, running until June 9, has a roster filled with prominent players including Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Carlos Alcaraz.
Eight French participants will be in action, with Caroline Garcia (seed number 21), Ugo Humbert (seed number 17), and Richard Gasquet among them. Opening matches have fans eagerly anticipating thrilling contests. An exciting encounter between Stanislas Wawrinka and Andy Murray is a highlight to watch for.
Rafael Nadal, the 37-year-old fourteen-time Roland Garros champion, opens his campaign against 4th-ranked Alexander Zverev of Germany, which might be his final appearance here. Novak Djokovic, who hasn't won any tournaments this year, faces Frenchman Pierre-Hugues Herbert in his first-round match. Other major players like Jannik Sinner, ranked second in the world, and the third-ranked Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz, along with Casper Ruud, seek to claim the coveted trophy.
Among the women's contenders, world number one Iga Swiatek from Poland and her close rival, Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka, the WTA number 2, stand as strong favorites. The tournament's unpredictable weather could add another layer of excitement, with a rainy start in May hinting at possible disruptions.
France Télévisions, the official free-to-air broadcaster, is set to cover nearly ten hours of live content each day across various channels including France 2, France 3, and France 4. In a new move, all matches from the Simonne-Mathieu court, previously exclusive to Prime Video, will be broadcast live. The broadcasting team features knowledgeable commentators and ex-players who offer in-depth analyses and interviews.
Prime Video continues its partnership with Roland Garros, streaming eleven night sessions and several critical matches, including the quarter-finals scheduled for June 4 and 5. Innovative features like the Stadium FX option, providing ambient court sounds without commentary, aim to enhance the viewing experience for Prime Video subscribers.
- Laurent Luyat, hosting from the terrace on the Philippe Chatrier court, will lead the coverage on France Télévisions. In addition, commentators such as Inès Lagdiri, Benoît Durand, Matthieu Lartot, and consultants Justine Hénin, Mary Pierce, Patrick Mouratoglou, Michaël Llodra, and Michaël Jeremiasz will provide expert insights.
- For in-depth live reporting and post-match interviews, Nelson Monfort and Olivia Leray will bring viewers the latest from Roland Garros while Cécile Grès and Claire Vocquier Ficot host 'All the Sport' on France 3, offering extensive analysis from the iconic terrace setting.
