When is French Open 2026? Full schedule, dates and times
The second tennis major of the year is fast approaching...
www.radiotimes.comHere’s the latest on the 2026 French Open schedule and start times.
Direct answer
- The 2026 French Open runs from late May into early June, with the main draw beginning on Sunday, May 24, 2026, and the finals scheduled for June 6–7, 2026. Local time and daily session start times vary, but the event typically starts in the late morning to early afternoon local time on the first weekend, with daily matches continuing through the week. Final dates: men’s and women’s singles finals on June 7, 2026. [sources: multiple outlets tracking official FFT calendars and event schedules, including confirmations of the May 24 start for the main draw and June 7 as the final day]
Key dates to know
- Qualifying rounds: May 18–22, 2026 (if you’re following the lead-up)
- Main draw begins: May 24, 2026
- Quarterfinals: June 2–3, 2026
- Women’s singles semifinals: June 4, 2026
- Men’s singles semifinals: June 5, 2026
- Women’s singles final: June 6, 2026
- Men’s singles final: June 7, 2026
How to watch or follow
- TV and streaming schedules vary by country and broadcaster; in many regions, coverage includes early-round live streams and full-match replays on official sports networks and platforms. Check your local broadcaster’s schedule for exact start times and match coverage on specific days.
Notes
- Several outlets have published provisional daily timelines and match windows, but exact session start times can shift due to weather or on-site scheduling. If you’d like, I can pull the latest country-specific broadcast times and create a day-by-day schedule excerpt for your location.
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