Osaka, Townsend’s dinner for Black players at French Open causes ’bit of a stir’ on social media
Several comments on Osaka’s and Townsend’s posts suggested the dinner as “segregation”, while another asked, “When are the white, Latino, and Asian parties?”
Fonseca credits mentality shift for rapid rise after reaching French Open 2026 quarterfinals
The 19-year-old reached the last eight of a major for the first time on Sunday with a 7-5, 7-6(8), 5-7, 6-2 victory over two-time runner-up Casper Ruud.
French Open 2026: Brazilian teen Fonseca beats Ruud to reach quarterfinals
The 19-year-old powered his way to a 7-5, 7-6 (10/8), 5-7, 6-2 win in the night match to reach his maiden Grand Slam quarterfinal, where he will face Czech youngster Jakub Mensik.
Indian sports wrap, May 31: Abhay, Chotrani advance in British Open squash; Ramit, Anahat bow out
Here are India’s major updates, scores, and results from the world of sports on Sunday, May 31.
Zverev spoils lucky loser De Jong’s birthday with straight sets victory in French Open 2026
The French Open is seen as the 29-year-old’s best chance to finally land the first Grand Slam trophy of his career, with many of the top contenders already eliminated.
French Open 2026: Teenager Jodar stages scintillating comeback win over Carreno Busta
The 19-year-old clay court specialist, who turned pro only late last year, has now won two consecutive five-set matches after edging past Alex Michelsen in the previous round.
Swiatek blames tension after shock French Open exit on 25th birthday
Swiatek’s level dipped in the second set of her 7-5, 6-1 defeat, sealing her earliest exit from Paris since her debut campaign in 2019.
French Open 2026: Sabalenka v Osaka first women’s night match at Roland Garros since 2023
Sabalenka has previously criticised the lack of women’s matches under the lights, saying last year that the WTA stars “deserve equal treatment” to the men.
French Open 2026: Svitolina rallies past Bencic to reach Roland Garros quarterfinal
Svitolina, who is looking for her maiden Grand Slam title at the age of 31, arrived at Roland Garros in superb form after winning the Rome title by beating Coco Gauff in the final.
French Open 2026: Cirstea overpowers Wang to reach quarterfinals
Cirstea backed up a semifinal run at the Italian Open by equalling her previous best performance at Roland Garros and progressing to the last eight for the first time since 2009.