Everyone
always ends up paying more attention to tennis around this time of year. All
eyes are suddenly on Paris. The French Open starts in about a month, and if
you’re thinking about getting into it this year, there’s not just one way to do
it.
You could
plan a trip, follow matches from home, or even place some bets if that’s your
thing. That will include checking out popular gaming brands like Tooniebet, where you
can follow the odds and add even more excitement to the tournament as the
players show off their talent on the court.
Why
Roland-Garros Feels Different
Roland-Garros
isn’t just another tournament. It’s the only Grand Slam played on clay, which
changes everything. Matches don’t move as quickly. Points take longer.
Comebacks feel more possible. Carlos Alcaraz proved it,
coming from two sets down to beat Jannik Sinner in last year’s final.
Getting
Tickets
Getting into
Roland-Garros takes some effort. It’s not just buying a ticket and showing up.
There’s a registration process months in advance, then a draw, and then a
limited time to buy tickets if you’re picked.
If you miss
that, you’ll have to look at resale options or hospitality packages. They’re
not cheap and sometimes require buying for a group of four. And prices vary a
lot. You might pay under €200 for a standard session. You also might pay over
€500 for more premium experiences. It really comes down to how close to the
action you want to get.
Grounds
passes give you access to the outside courts. That’s usually the best way to go
if you’re a casual fan. But if the weather changes, having access to the main
court Philippe-Chatrier or Suzanne-Lenglen, both with retractable roofs, can be
a lifesaver.
What to Do
When You’re There
Roland-Garros
isn’t about staying in your seat all day.
There’s loads
happening around the grounds. You can check out the Coupe des Mousquetaires and
Coupe Suzanne-Lenglen trophies, walk through exhibitions, watch matches on
smaller courts, or even step onto the clay yourself on Yannick Noah Day.
There are
also some fun extras. DJs between matches, music games, interactive stuff like
Smash Corner where you can test your serve speed, and even VR setups that let
you walk the same path players take to get to Court Philippe-Chatrier.
If you’re
there on the right day, you might even catch tribute events or exhibition
matches. It’s not all just serious competition.
The
Favourites Are Starting to Show
At the end of
the day though, it’s really all about tennis.
It still
comes down to Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner on the men's side. Based on last
year, it’s easy to see why they’re right at the top again. Novak Djokovic is
once again chasing history, going for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title.
Alexander Zverev has gotten close to winning before, and Lorenzo Musetti looked
good last year before getting injured.
On the
women’s side, Coco Gauff is back as the defending champion, Aryna Sabalenka has
been playing well, and Iga Swiatek is always a threat no matter what her
ranking says. There are also emerging stars like Mirra
Andreeva and Elena Rybakina, ready to shake things up.
Final
Thoughts
Now is the
perfect time to get into French Open mode.
Start
following the players. Pay attention to the odds. Figure out which matches you
don’t want to miss. And if you’re lucky enough to be going, plan your days
because Roland-Garros is much more than just the main court. Once it starts,
it’s hard not to get pulled in.
Samuel GillEditor-in-Chief
Samuel Gill is the Chief Content Officer (CCO) of TennisUpToDate.com, a role he has held since 2020. He is responsible for editorial governance across the platform, including setting content standards, overseeing accuracy and consistency, and guiding long-term editorial strategy. Since joining, he has contributed more than 10,000 articles and editorial pieces across the TennisUpToDate network, playing a central role in the daily operation and development of the site.
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