The Details
It’s that time of year when, at least according to Daniil Medvedev, some of the best players in the world like to be in the dirt like a dog. We’re not so sure about all that, but the French Open (or, Roland-Garros for the proper) main draw kicks off on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at 11:00 am Paris time (5:00 am ET in the U.S.). This year’s ultimate red clay test concludes with the men’s final on Sunday, June 11, 2023.
How to Watch
Roland-Garros is the only major that is scheduled for 15 days, which provides a ton of opportunities to catch matches starting at nearly 5:00 am ET on most days. In the U.S., Tennis Channel will offer the most coverage between its tv channel and its app, TC Plus. Mary Carillo and John McEnroe will head up NBC and Peacock coverage, which includes the women’s final on Saturday, June 10th and the men’s final on Sunday June 11th. Tennis Channel’s T2 on Samsung TV’s and Bally Sports networks will offer spot coverage, as well. Check out Tennis Watchers for the full 2023 French Open tv schedule.
Three Big Questions
1) In some ways, the only question about this year’s Roland-Garros was: Will Rafael Nadal play the French Open this year? At the risk of reopening fresh wounds, unfortunately, the answer is simply: no. The hip injury that has kept Nadal off the tour since January will keep the King of Clay from claiming his throne in 2023 — the first time he’s not played since 2004. Since then, he’s amassed a 112-3 record.
