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Roland-Garros 2026: the historic finals of June 6 and 7
Paris, Porte d'Auteuil. The ochre clay of the Roland-Garros stadium will be the stage this weekend for two extraordinary finals. On June 6 for the women and June 7 for the men, the 2026 Paris Grand Slam promises to enter the annals of tennis. Extraordinary destinies, high-stakes matches and an edition stamped with history.
The women's final: Andreeva against Chwalinska, an absolute record
On Saturday, June 6, Court Philippe-Chatrier hosts the women's final between Russia's Mirra Andreeva and Poland's Maja Chwalinska. Behind this matchup lies an extremely rare fact in tennis history: for the first time in the Open Era, a player from the qualifying rounds has reached the Roland-Garros final.
Chwalinska, 24 and ranked 114th in the world by the WTA, has achieved a run no one would have dared imagine at the start of the tournament. Coming through qualifying, she overturned obstacle after obstacle, notably beating Russia's Diana Shnaider in the semifinal (7-6, 6-4) in a high-intensity match. It was a feat that electrified the stadium and propelled the Polish athlete into a Grand Slam final unlike any in the tournament's history.
Playing a final here, at Roland-Garros, is something I would have dreamed of as a little girl. Now that it is real, I just want to enjoy it fully.
Across the net, Mirra Andreeva, 19 and the 8th seed, embodies the new generation of world tennis. The Russian dominated Marta Kostyuk in the semifinal (6-1, 6-3) with disconcerting ease, confirming her meteoric progress on the WTA tour. At only 19, she becomes the youngest player to reach three consecutive quarterfinals at Roland-Garros since Martina Hingis in 1999. Her consistency on clay, her iron defense and her ability to accelerate at key moments make her the logical favorite in this final.
Who is Maja Chwalinska, the miracle qualifier?
Born in 2002 in Poznań, Maja Chwalinska grew up in the shadow of Poland's great players. Long held back by injuries, she had to rebuild her career brick by brick. Her current ranking of 114th in the world does not reflect her true level on clay, as shown by her exceptional Paris run. Winning the title would be one of the greatest surprises in the history of women's tennis.
The men's final: Zverev faces Cobolli, the Grand Slam within reach
On Sunday, June 7, it is the men's turn with an equally captivating showdown. Alexander Zverev (Germany, 29, 2nd seed) faces Italy's Flavio Cobolli (24, 10th seed) from 3 p.m. on Court Philippe-Chatrier, broadcast live on France Télévisions and Amazon Prime Video.
For Zverev, this final represents another chance — perhaps the right one — to finally claim his first Grand Slam title. The German giant has played an almost perfect tournament, leaving only crumbs for his opponents up to the semifinal. His serving power, groundstroke quality and mental solidity make him one of the best clay-court players on the tour.
Across the net, Flavio Cobolli is living a true fairy tale. The 24-year-old Italian reached the final after benefiting from Matteo Arnaldi's withdrawal due to a viral injury in the semifinal, but his overall run remains impressive: barely two sets lost in six matches. His recent victory over Zverev in Munich, on clay (6-3, 6-3), proves he is no mere outsider.
A head-to-head advantage for Zverev... but beware
In their direct meetings, Zverev leads 3-1. However, Cobolli won their most recent clay-court duel in Munich this season. On the biggest stage in world tennis, everything can change. The young Italian's rapid rise must not be underestimated.
A 2026 edition already in the history books
This 2026 edition of Roland-Garros will be remembered for its surprises and records. On the women's side, a qualifier had never before reached the final in the tournament's modern history: Chwalinska is already writing a unique page. On the men's side, Cobolli represents the emergence of a new Italian generation.
The Paris weather conditions in early June 2026, marked by early heat, should favor fast and attacking clay. A potential advantage for power hitters like Zverev or punchy players like Andreeva. But the weather can be fickle, and a little rain could put everything back in play.
How to watch the Roland-Garros 2026 finals
- Women's final (Saturday, June 6): France 2 / France 3 and Amazon Prime Video, from early afternoon
- Men's final (Sunday, June 7): France Télévisions and Amazon Prime Video, at 3 p.m. on Court Philippe-Chatrier
- Live streaming: france.tv (free) and the Amazon Prime Video app (subscription required)
Whether you are a tennis enthusiast or simply a passing sports spectator, this Roland-Garros 2026 weekend promises to be exceptional. Two extraordinary human stories, two finals that could well change the face of world tennis. See you on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
Roland-Garros 2026: the historic finals of June 6 and 7
Paris, Porte d'Auteuil. The ochre clay of the Roland-Garros stadium will be the stage this weekend for two extraordinary finals. On June 6 for the women and June 7 for the men, the 2026 Paris Grand Slam promises to enter the annals of tennis. Extraordinary destinies, high-stakes matches and an edition stamped with history.
The women's final: Andreeva against Chwalinska, an absolute record
On Saturday, June 6, Court Philippe-Chatrier hosts the women's final between Russia's Mirra Andreeva and Poland's Maja Chwalinska. Behind this matchup lies an extremely rare fact in tennis history: for the first time in the Open Era, a player from the qualifying rounds has reached the Roland-Garros final.
Chwalinska, 24 and ranked 114th in the world by the WTA, has achieved a run no one would have dared imagine at the start of the tournament. Coming through qualifying, she overturned obstacle after obstacle, notably beating Russia's Diana Shnaider in the semifinal (7-6, 6-4) in a high-intensity match. It was a feat that electrified the stadium and propelled the Polish athlete into a Grand Slam final unlike any in the tournament's history.
Playing a final here, at Roland-Garros, is something I would have dreamed of as a little girl. Now that it is real, I just want to enjoy it fully.
Across the net, Mirra Andreeva, 19 and the 8th seed, embodies the new generation of world tennis. The Russian dominated Marta Kostyuk in the semifinal (6-1, 6-3) with disconcerting ease, confirming her meteoric progress on the WTA tour. At only 19, she becomes the youngest player to reach three consecutive quarterfinals at Roland-Garros since Martina Hingis in 1999. Her consistency on clay, her iron defense and her ability to accelerate at key moments make her the logical favorite in this final.
Who is Maja Chwalinska, the miracle qualifier?
Born in 2002 in Poznań, Maja Chwalinska grew up in the shadow of Poland's great players. Long held back by injuries, she had to rebuild her career brick by brick. Her current ranking of 114th in the world does not reflect her true level on clay, as shown by her exceptional Paris run. Winning the title would be one of the greatest surprises in the history of women's tennis.
The men's final: Zverev faces Cobolli, the Grand Slam within reach
On Sunday, June 7, it is the men's turn with an equally captivating showdown. Alexander Zverev (Germany, 29, 2nd seed) faces Italy's Flavio Cobolli (24, 10th seed) from 3 p.m. on Court Philippe-Chatrier, broadcast live on France Télévisions and Amazon Prime Video.
For Zverev, this final represents another chance — perhaps the right one — to finally claim his first Grand Slam title. The German giant has played an almost perfect tournament, leaving only crumbs for his opponents up to the semifinal. His serving power, groundstroke quality and mental solidity make him one of the best clay-court players on the tour.
Across the net, Flavio Cobolli is living a true fairy tale. The 24-year-old Italian reached the final after benefiting from Matteo Arnaldi's withdrawal due to a viral injury in the semifinal, but his overall run remains impressive: barely two sets lost in six matches. His recent victory over Zverev in Munich, on clay (6-3, 6-3), proves he is no mere outsider.
A head-to-head advantage for Zverev... but beware
In their direct meetings, Zverev leads 3-1. However, Cobolli won their most recent clay-court duel in Munich this season. On the biggest stage in world tennis, everything can change. The young Italian's rapid rise must not be underestimated.
A 2026 edition already in the history books
This 2026 edition of Roland-Garros will be remembered for its surprises and records. On the women's side, a qualifier had never before reached the final in the tournament's modern history: Chwalinska is already writing a unique page. On the men's side, Cobolli represents the emergence of a new Italian generation.
The Paris weather conditions in early June 2026, marked by early heat, should favor fast and attacking clay. A potential advantage for power hitters like Zverev or punchy players like Andreeva. But the weather can be fickle, and a little rain could put everything back in play.
How to watch the Roland-Garros 2026 finals
- Women's final (Saturday, June 6): France 2 / France 3 and Amazon Prime Video, from early afternoon
- Men's final (Sunday, June 7): France Télévisions and Amazon Prime Video, at 3 p.m. on Court Philippe-Chatrier
- Live streaming: france.tv (free) and the Amazon Prime Video app (subscription required)
Whether you are a tennis enthusiast or simply a passing sports spectator, this Roland-Garros 2026 weekend promises to be exceptional. Two extraordinary human stories, two finals that could well change the face of world tennis. See you on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
Roland-Garros 2026: the historic finals of June 6 and 7
Paris, Porte d'Auteuil. The ochre clay of the Roland-Garros stadium will be the stage this weekend for two extraordinary finals. On June 6 for the women and June 7 for the men, the 2026 Paris Grand Slam promises to enter the annals of tennis. Extraordinary destinies, high-stakes matches and an edition stamped with history.
The women's final: Andreeva against Chwalinska, an absolute record
On Saturday, June 6, Court Philippe-Chatrier hosts the women's final between Russia's Mirra Andreeva and Poland's Maja Chwalinska. Behind this matchup lies an extremely rare fact in tennis history: for the first time in the Open Era, a player from the qualifying rounds has reached the Roland-Garros final.
Chwalinska, 24 and ranked 114th in the world by the WTA, has achieved a run no one would have dared imagine at the start of the tournament. Coming through qualifying, she overturned obstacle after obstacle, notably beating Russia's Diana Shnaider in the semifinal (7-6, 6-4) in a high-intensity match. It was a feat that electrified the stadium and propelled the Polish athlete into a Grand Slam final unlike any in the tournament's history.
Playing a final here, at Roland-Garros, is something I would have dreamed of as a little girl. Now that it is real, I just want to enjoy it fully.
Across the net, Mirra Andreeva, 19 and the 8th seed, embodies the new generation of world tennis. The Russian dominated Marta Kostyuk in the semifinal (6-1, 6-3) with disconcerting ease, confirming her meteoric progress on the WTA tour. At only 19, she becomes the youngest player to reach three consecutive quarterfinals at Roland-Garros since Martina Hingis in 1999. Her consistency on clay, her iron defense and her ability to accelerate at key moments make her the logical favorite in this final.
Who is Maja Chwalinska, the miracle qualifier?
Born in 2002 in Poznań, Maja Chwalinska grew up in the shadow of Poland's great players. Long held back by injuries, she had to rebuild her career brick by brick. Her current ranking of 114th in the world does not reflect her true level on clay, as shown by her exceptional Paris run. Winning the title would be one of the greatest surprises in the history of women's tennis.
The men's final: Zverev faces Cobolli, the Grand Slam within reach
On Sunday, June 7, it is the men's turn with an equally captivating showdown. Alexander Zverev (Germany, 29, 2nd seed) faces Italy's Flavio Cobolli (24, 10th seed) from 3 p.m. on Court Philippe-Chatrier, broadcast live on France Télévisions and Amazon Prime Video.
For Zverev, this final represents another chance — perhaps the right one — to finally claim his first Grand Slam title. The German giant has played an almost perfect tournament, leaving only crumbs for his opponents up to the semifinal. His serving power, groundstroke quality and mental solidity make him one of the best clay-court players on the tour.
Across the net, Flavio Cobolli is living a true fairy tale. The 24-year-old Italian reached the final after benefiting from Matteo Arnaldi's withdrawal due to a viral injury in the semifinal, but his overall run remains impressive: barely two sets lost in six matches. His recent victory over Zverev in Munich, on clay (6-3, 6-3), proves he is no mere outsider.
A head-to-head advantage for Zverev... but beware
In their direct meetings, Zverev leads 3-1. However, Cobolli won their most recent clay-court duel in Munich this season. On the biggest stage in world tennis, everything can change. The young Italian's rapid rise must not be underestimated.
A 2026 edition already in the history books
This 2026 edition of Roland-Garros will be remembered for its surprises and records. On the women's side, a qualifier had never before reached the final in the tournament's modern history: Chwalinska is already writing a unique page. On the men's side, Cobolli represents the emergence of a new Italian generation.
The Paris weather conditions in early June 2026, marked by early heat, should favor fast and attacking clay. A potential advantage for power hitters like Zverev or punchy players like Andreeva. But the weather can be fickle, and a little rain could put everything back in play.
How to watch the Roland-Garros 2026 finals
- Women's final (Saturday, June 6): France 2 / France 3 and Amazon Prime Video, from early afternoon
- Men's final (Sunday, June 7): France Télévisions and Amazon Prime Video, at 3 p.m. on Court Philippe-Chatrier
- Live streaming: france.tv (free) and the Amazon Prime Video app (subscription required)
Whether you are a tennis enthusiast or simply a passing sports spectator, this Roland-Garros 2026 weekend promises to be exceptional. Two extraordinary human stories, two finals that could well change the face of world tennis. See you on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
