The Clay Court Grand Slam
Held annually in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, Roland-Garros remains the premier clay court tennis tournament in the world. As the second of the four annual Grand Slam events, the French Open tests players with slow, high-bouncing surfaces and grueling baseline rallies that often exceed four hours per match.
Show Courts Breakdown
| Court Name | Capacity | Roof Mechanism | Highlight Matchups |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Philippe-Chatrier | 15,225 | 11-wing Retractable Roof | Men's & Women's Finals, Night Sessions |
| Court Suzanne-Lenglen | 10,068 | Retractable Fabric Canopy | Quarter-finals, Marquee Early Rounds |
| Court Simonne-Mathieu | 5,000 | Open-air (Greenhouse Surrounds) | Intimate 3rd/4th Round Showdowns |
Paris Métro & Access Instructions
Stade Roland Garros is serviced primarily by two lines on the Paris Métro:
- Line 10 (Boulogne): Alight at Porte d'Auteuil or Boulogne Jean Jaurès (approx. 5-7 min walk to the public gates).
- Line 9 (Pont de Sèvres): Alight at Michel-Ange Molitor or Porte de Saint-Cloud (10 min walk via Avenue de la Porte Molitor).
Spectators are subjected to two security perimeters (Outer validation and electronic turnstiles). Bring official government photo ID matching the exact name on your digital ticket.