The Roland Garros draw will be held in Paris at 2 p.m. CEST (8 a.m. ET) on Thursday, 21 May. A live stream will be provided by the tournament. Main-draw play runs from 24 May to 7 June on the clay courts at the season’s second major.
Key Players to Watch at Roland Garros 2024
Jannik Sinner arrives aiming to complete the Career Grand Slam. The Italian is riding a 29-match winning streak after sweeping five ATP Masters 1000 titles this season in Indian Wells, Miami, Monte-Carlo, Madrid, and Rome.
Novak Djokovic is seeking a record-extending 25th major trophy and has previously won in Paris in 2016, 2021, and 2023. Alexander Zverev is chasing his first major after falling one set short of the title in 2024.
Former champion Stan Wawrinka and French veteran Gaël Monfils are set for their final appearances in the draw. Monfils’ top result at his home Slam was a semifinal run in 2008, and many fans will be eager to see if he can make a memorable farewell.
Arthur Fils, ranked No. 19, enters as the highest-ranked French player. The 21-year-old won the ATP 500 event in Barcelona in April and reached the Madrid Masters semifinals earlier this month, showcasing his impressive form on clay.
Additionally, two 19-year-olds to watch, Rafael Jodar and Joao Fonseca, bring strong clay form into Paris. Jodar made the quarterfinals in Madrid and Rome, while Fonseca reached the last eight in Monte-Carlo, indicating that the future of tennis is bright with these young talents.
As the tournament approaches, fans and analysts alike are gearing up for an exciting fortnight of tennis. With so many compelling storylines and top players vying for the prestigious title, Roland Garros 2024 promises to be a memorable event for tennis enthusiasts around the globe.