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Novak Djokovic remains perfect in French Open first round

Novak Djokovic improved to 20-0 in first-round matches at the French Open with a 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 win Tuesday over Mackenzie McDonald in Paris. The sixth-seeded Serbian, coming off his 100th ATP Tour title last weekend at the Geneva Open, has not lost a set in the first round at Roland Garros since 2010.

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Jabeur: French Open prioritizing men 'sad'

Ons Jabeur has heavily criticized the decision from French Open organisers to again prioritise men's matches in the late-evening slot on Court Philippe-Chatrier.

Reilly Opelka News / Bleacher Report / May 27

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Tennis News / Larry Brown Sports / May 27

Jakub Mensik taunts French Open crowd with Novak Djokovic-inspired celebration

Czech tennis player Jakub Mensik went to battle with the Roland Garros crowd on Tuesday and came out on top. Mensik faced French player Alexandre Muller during the first round of the French Open on Tuesday, so the crowd was heavily against him to begin with.

Novak Djokovic News / ESPN / May 27

Weather irks Djokovic in 1st rd. French Open win

Novak Djokovic endured windy, wet weather to get past American Mackie McDonald, 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 in first round French Open action Tuesday. Alexander Zverev also won, while Danil Medvedev lost after a nearly 4-hour match against Cameron Norrie.

Coco Gauff News / Field Level Media / May 27

Coco Gauff overcomes racket mishap to win first-round match

Coco Gauff overcame being the butt of the joke to win a laugher in her first-round match at the French Open on Tuesday in Paris. First, the funny part: Gauff arrived at Court Philippe-Chatrier without her rackets.

Jack Draper News / BBC Sport / May 27

Draper recovers to earn maiden French Open win

Great Britain's Jack Draper recovers from a sluggish start against Mattia Bellucci to secure the first French Open win of his career.

Emma Raducanu News / BBC Sport / May 27

How can Raducanu stun the 'Queen of Clay'?

Emma Raducanu has never beaten Iga Swiatek. How does she go about shocking the 'Queen of Clay' in the French Open second round?

Jannik Sinner News / Tennis Infinity / May 27

Jannik Sinner's Green Roland Garros Outfit Draws Funny Online Reactions

Jannik Sinner made a solid start to his 2025 campaign at Roland Garros, but many fans were more interested in what he wore. The ATP world no. 1 defeated Arthur Rinderknech in straight sets, setting up a meeting with French tennis legend Richard Gasquet, who is playing in his final tournament before retiring after an exceptional career.

Maria Sakkari News / TennisUpToDate.com / May 27

Misery for Maria Sakkari as poor Grand Slam record continues with three straight first round exits

Many looked towards a potential meeting between former semi-finalists at the French Open between Maria Sakkari and Karolina Muchova but that won't happen as the Greek's horrific Grand Slam record continues.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / May 27

Coco Gauff racket mishap proves to be no problem at French Open

Coco Gauff racket mishap proves to be no problem in opening match at French Open

Coco Gauff forgot something crucial before her first-round match at the French Open on Tuesday: her rackets.

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Aryna Sabalenka News / Tennis Infinity / May 27

Aryna Sabalenka Reveals How 'Brutal' Eastern European Lifestyle Helped Her Succeed

Aryna Sabalenka was asked a very interesting question at Roland Garros, and her answer was similarly interesting. Sabalenka is currently the best player on the WTA Tour.

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Novak Djokovic Calls Rafael Nadal’s Roland Garros Farewell ‘Beautiful’, Still ‘Sad’ His 3 ‘Greatest Motivations’ Are Gone

Novak Djokovic will kick-start his French Open campaign against America’s Mackenzie McDonald on May 27th. Three days ago, Djokovic ended his trophy drought by clinching the Geneva Open after a tough battle against Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz.

Mirra Andreeva News / Last Word On Sports / May 27

Mirra Andreeva Shows Steel In Opening Round Display

Mirra Andreeva booked a place in the French Open second round with a convincing 6-4 6-3 victory over Cristina Bucsa. After a sloppy start, she turned it around and now faces either Suzan Lamens or Ashlyn Kreuger on Thursday.

Stan Wawrinka News / TennisUpToDate.com / May 27

'I’m of course close to the end': Stan Wawrinka hits at retirement in near future after French Open first-round defeat

Switzerland’s veteran tennis star Stan Wawrinka has admitted that he is closing towards retirement. The 40-year-old, who is a three-time Grand Slam winner, suffered a first-round defeat at the French Open 2025 to Britain’s Jacob Fearnley in straight sets with a score of 7-6, 6-3, 6-2.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / May 27

'That’s not easy to do': Tim Henman highlights what Emma Raducanu must do to beat Iga Swiatek at French Open

Britain’s former number one Tim Henman has highlighted what Emma Raducanu must do to get the better of Poland’s Iga Swiatek at the French Open. The two are set to face off in the round of 64 of the second Grand Slam of the year on Wednesday.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / May 27

The upsets keep coming at 2025 French Open

It's upset galore in the early goings of the 2025 French Open.

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Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / May 26

French Open Day 2 Men’s Recap: Sinner, Alcaraz Begin Campaigns, Fritz Falls

It was Day 2 debut time at the 2025 French Open for some of the biggest stars in men’s tennis: Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Holger Rune, and Stefanos Tsitsipas were among them.

Victoria Mboko News / Serve on SI / May 26

Victoria Mboko Stuns in Gold Wilson Kit at Roland Garros Debut

Victoria Mboko might just be the new it girl for on-court style. The 18-year-old took to the court for her first Grand Slam main draw match in a golden kit from Wilson's Sport Professionals collection for Roland Garros.

Venus Williams News / Larry Brown Sports / May 26

Venus Williams shares her big fear about doing broadcasting work

Venus Williams is making her first foray into television broadcasting by joining TNT’s coverage of the French Open, but she is quite nervous about it for one big reason.

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Tennis News / Yardbarker / May 26