Roland garros

Who was Roland Garros, the man behind the name of the famous Paris stadium?

Roland Garros, aviator and aeronautics pioneer from Reunion Island, gave his name to the stadium that hosts the French Open tennis tournament. But who was he? We tell you his story.

Roland-Garros 2025: a free fan zone on Place de la Concorde

The French Open returns from May 25 to June 8, 2025, with a host of new features! Among them? A fan zone, free and open to all, set up on the Place de la Concorde. This was announced by Amélie Mauresmo, director of the tennis tournament, at a press conference held on April 17, 2025.

Roland-Garros: here's the list of players taking part in the 2025 event

The French Open returns this year from May 19 to June 8, 2025, with a host of sporting highlights in store. So, who are the clay-court champions expected at the Porte d'Auteuil this spring? Discover the official list of participants!

Roland Garros eSeries by Renault 2025: the world's biggest eTennis tournament returns to Paris

How about an eSport tennis tournament? Roland Garros eSeries by Renault is back for another edition, with the final phase to be held in the auditorium of the Tenniseum de Roland Garros on May 24, 2025. We take stock!

Roland-Garros 2025: on which channels can you watch the matches live this year?

Roland-Garros, here we go again! If you can't watch the matches on site, this year's tournament is once again being shared between the various France Télévisions channels and Prime Video, Amazon's streaming service.

Street League Skateboarding 2025: the best of world skateboarding at Roland-Garros

For the second time, Street League Skateboarding comes to Paris, this time to Roland-Garros, transformed into a giant skatepark for the occasion! See you on October 11, 2025.

Run Set & Match: running races for the whole family and entertainment at Roland-Garros

For once, there's no tennis at Roland-Garros, just running! On October 5, 2025, the Run Set & Match awaits you for a ten-kilometer race in the temple of clay, or an easier one for the kids.

Roland-Garros 2025: 6 facts and anecdotes about the Paris tennis tournament

Every summer for almost a century, Paris has become the tennis capital of the world, with the Roland-Garros tournament. You may be a keen follower of the tournament, but how much do you really know about it? Here are a few facts and anecdotes to help you shine in the evening.

Roland-Garros 2025: how much do the ball boys earn?

After the participants in the clay-court tournament, we wondered how much the ball boys and girls earn during the French Open. Well, nothing at all! We explain why.

Roland-Garros 2025: ticket sales open to the general public, with a prize draw

Ready for a new edition of the French Open? You're just in time, because the legendary tennis tournament, scheduled to run from May 25 to June 8, 2025 at Porte d'Auteuil, has opened its ticketing to the general public, but with a new system this year.

Boom Boom Villette: bachata classes, drag bingo, Halloween... Discover this month's program

Want to party or keep the kids busy at Boom Boom Villette? The Food & Leisure Court offers a varied program, with showcases of emerging talent, DJ nights, big-screen soccer broadcasts and drag bingo evenings. Don't miss these musical, sporting and entertainment highlights!

Tennis: Rafael Nadal announces his retirement in November 2024

The announcement was expected: Rafael Nadal will retire from tennis in November 2024, after the Davis Cup. A career that ended on a high note with the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, despite results that didn't a match the rest of his palmarès.

Greenweez Paris Major Premier Padel 2024: the padel tournament at Roland-Garros stadium

Addicted to padel, the new racquet sport on the rise? Don't miss the must-attend event: the Greenweez Paris Premier Padel Major returns to the legendary Roland Garros stadium from September 28 to October 6, 2024 for its 3rd edition! A unique opportunity to see the world's best players go head-to-head.

Paris 2024 Olympics: history, rules, athletes... tennis at the Olympic and Paralympic Games

During the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, tennis has a prominent place. Find out everything you need to know about this discipline, from the history of this Olympic sport to the events scheduled to take place at Roland-Garros Stadium, not forgetting the French athletes to keep a close eye on and not forgetting wheelchair tennis to experience during the Paralympic Games.

Paris 2024 Olympics: what time to watch Sofiane Oumiha and Billal Bennama's boxing finals?

A medal is already assured! France's Sofiane Oumiha and Billal Bennama have qualified for the boxing finals in their respective categories, the former in the -63.5kg class and the latter in the -51kg class. So, what day, what time and what channel will you be watching the fights of French boxers Sofiane Oumiha and Billal Bennama? We tell you all about it.

Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Roland Garros stadium: Olympic and Paralympic events

For the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Roland Garros is gearing up to become a must-see venue. The legendary stadium is preparing to host some of the Olympic and Paralympic events: tennis, wheelchair tennis, boxing and volleyball, here's what's in store!

How do I get to Roland-Garros stadium? What you need to know before you come

Every year, the Roland-Garros stadium plays host to the famous clay-court tournament, as well as many other sporting and cultural events. Located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, it's easily accessible by any means of transport.

Roland-Garros 2024: the complete list of winners in all categories

The French Open comes to a close this Sunday, June 9, 2024, including the long-awaited men's singles final. Discover the complete list of winners.

Roland-Garros 2024: Carlos Alcaraz is the winner for the first time!

We have a winner! Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alexander Zverev in the final match of Roland-Garros 2024 in five sets. The Spaniard wins his first Grand Slam title!

Roland-Garros 2024: Alexander Zverev takes on Carlos Alcaraz in the final, where to watch the match?

This Sunday, June 9, 2024, Spain's Carlos Alcaraz will contest a French Open final for the first time, against Germany's Alexander Zverev on the Philippe-Chatrier court.