Updated: 25 May 2023
French Open 2023: Schedule, Format, Broadcast, And All You Need to Know. French Open 2023, will start on May 28 and end on June 11. Defending champions Rafael Nadal, Iga Swiatek, and many elite players will compete for the championship title. By winning the Australian Open 2023 title, Novak Djokovic equals Rafael Nadal’s record of, 22 Grand Slam titles. Now Novak would like to overtake Nadal by winning this title
The French Open tournament includes singles, doubles, mixed doubles, and junior tournaments for both men and women. A draw will determine each player’s matches a few days before the tournament begins.
The 2023 Roland-Garros French Open will be held from May 28th to June 11th, 2023 at Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France.
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French Open Schedule 2023
The tournament lasts for two weeks, with early-round matches in the first week and later rounds and finals in the second. Players compete on slow and demanding clay courts, which provide a unique and challenging test of skill.
Day | Date | Start Time* | Round |
Sun | May 28 | 11:00 AM | 1st Round |
Mon | May 29 | 11:00 AM | 1st Round |
Mon | May 29 | 9:00 PM | 1st Round |
Tue | May 30 | 11:00 AM | 1st Round |
Tue | May 30 | 9:00 PM | 1st Round |
Wed | May 31 | 11:00 AM | 2nd Round |
Wed | May 31 | 9:00 PM | 2nd Round |
Thu | June 1 | 11:00 AM | 2nd Round |
Thu | June 1 | 9:00 PM | 2nd Round |
Fri | June 2 | 11:00 AM | 3rd Round |
Fri | June 2 | 9:00 PM | 3rd Round |
Sat | June 3 | 11:00 AM | 3rd Round |
Sat | June 3 | 9:00 PM | 3rd Round |
Sun | June 4 | 11:00 AM | 4th Round |
Sun | June 4 | 9:00 PM | 4th Round |
Mon | June 5 | 11:00 AM | 4th Round |
Mon | June 5 | 9:00 PM | 4th Round |
Tue | June 6 | 12:00 PM | Quarterfinals |
Tue | June 6 | 5:00 PM | Quarterfinals |
Wed | June 7 | 12:00 PM | Quarterfinals |
Wed | June 7 | 9:00 PM | Quarterfinals |
Thu | June 8 | 2:00 PM | Semifinals |
Fri | June 9 | 3:00 PM | Semifinals |
Sat | June 10 | 3:00 PM | Women’s Singles Final, Men’s Doubles Final |
Sun | June 11 | 3:00 PM | Men’s Singles Final |
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French Open Format
The tournament format varies depending on the event. Men’s and women’s singles have 128 players in each draw, while doubles events have 64 teams per draw. Mixed doubles have 32 teams in the draw, and junior tournaments feature 64 players per draw.
Players To Watch In French Open 2023
One of the top players to watch at the French Open 2023 is Rafael Nadal. He holds a record-breaking 14 championships at this tournament. However, he faces stiff competition from other top players like Novak Djokovic and Dominic Thiam. Defending champion Iga Swiatek is also expected to participate, along with notable players such as Ashleigh Barty.
Rafael Nadal’s Quest For His 15th French Open Title
Rafael Nadal has dominated the French Open, winning a record-breaking 14 championships. He is the player to watch in the men’s singles event as he aims to win his 15th title and cement his status as the greatest clay court player ever.
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The Return Of Naomi Osaka
Naomi Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, withdrew from the 2021 French Open due to mental health concerns. She also had an early exit in 2022. Fans anticipate her return to the tournament in 2023 where she will be a player to watch in the women’s singles event.
When and Where to Watch the French Open 2023: Schedule and Coverage Details
Major sports networks, such as NBC, ESPN, and Eurosport broadcast the matches live. Fans can also stream the matches online through the official French Open website or various streaming services. It’s important to check local listings for different channels that may show some matches depending on your region or country to ensure you don’t miss any of the action. Keep your eyes on television according to the schedule of the French Open 2023.