As the summer approaches, tennis enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the excitement of Roland-Garros, one of the sport's most prestigious events. Renowned as one of the historic four grand slams and the only one played on clay, the French Open boasts a rich tradition spanning over a century, characterized by thrilling matches and intense competition.
Traditionally held in late spring in the heart of Europe, just weeks before the esteemed Wimbledon Championships, Roland-Garros has garnered heightened attention in recent years, particularly due to the synonymous association with Rafael Nadal, who looks set to be making his last French Open appearance. The Spanish tennis icon has cemented his legacy with an unprecedented 14 men's singles titles at the tournament, showcasing his unparalleled dominance on the clay courts.
However, this year, all eyes will be on Novak Djokovic as he aims to add to his remarkable career tally of 24 grand slam victories. The Serbian star poses a formidable challenge to Nadal's reign and is poised to make a strong bid for glory at Roland-Garros.
In addition to Djokovic's pursuit, rising talents such as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are expected to showcase their skills on the prestigious stage, injecting youthful vigour into the competition.
On the women's side, attention will be on Iga Swiatek, the defending champion, who is favoured to clinch another victory at Roland-Garros. However, she faces stiff competition from Aryna Sabalenka, who seeks to usurp Swiatek's dominance and claim the spotlight for herself.
The Sporting News has the details on how to stream the French Open in 2024.
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When does French Open 2024 start?
The 2024 French Open is set to commence on Monday, May 20, with the preliminary qualification rounds marking the beginning of three weeks filled with tennis excitement. The tournament will culminate on Sunday, June 9, promising thrilling matches and unforgettable moments for fans around the world.
The main draw for the men's and women's singles events is scheduled to kick off on Sunday, May 26, marking the start of an action-packed fortnight.
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French Open 2024 tournament schedule
The 2024 French Open is slated to take place at its iconic venue, Roland-Garros, situated in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. This hallowed ground has long served as the traditional home of the tournament, steeped in history and prestige.
Outlined below is the current expected schedule for the 2024 French Open, with daily session times provided in IST (Indian Standard Time).
| Stage | Date | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| First round | Sunday, May 26 | 2:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. |
| First round | Monday, May 27 | 2:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. |
| First round | Tuesday, May 28 | 2:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. |
| Second round | Wednesday, May 29 | 2:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. |
| Second round | Thursday, May 30 | 2:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. |
| Third round | Friday, May 31 | 2:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. |
| Third round | Saturday, June 1 | 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
| Fourth round | Sunday, June 2 | 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
| Fourth round | Monday, June 3 | 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
| Quarterfinals | Tuesday, June 4 | 2:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. |
| Quarterfinals | Wednesday, June 5 | 2:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
| Women's semifinals | Thursday, June 6 | 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
| Men's semifinals | Friday, June 7 | 5:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. |
| Women's finals | Saturday, June 8 | 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
| Men's finals | Sunday, June 9 | 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
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How to watch French Open 2024 in India: TV, telecast and live stream options
For tennis enthusiasts in India eager to catch the action of the French Open 2024, live telecasts will be available on Sony TEN.
The main draw matches are scheduled to commence at 2:30 PM IST each day with the final showdown set for 5:30 PM IST on June 9.
Additionally, Indian viewers can stream the matches live on the SonyLiv website and app by subscribing to their premium service.