Roland-Garros returns May 18 – June 7 2026 with coverage across 170+ channels in 220 countries. Here’s how to watch every match from the clay courts of Paris.
The 2026 French Open promises to be one of the most-watched Grand Slams in history, with Carlos Alcaraz absent due to injury and Jannik Sinner seeking to complete his Career Grand Slam following his win in Rome. Whether you’re watching from New York, London, Sydney, or anywhere in between, here’s your complete guide to catching all the action from Roland-Garros.
Tournament Dates & Key Information
Qualifying: May 18-22, 2026
Main Draw: May 24 – June 7, 2026
Location: Stade Roland-Garros, Paris, France
Time Zone: Central European Summer Time (CEST) – UTC+2
Match Times:
- Day Sessions: Start 11:00 AM CEST (5:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM BST)
- Night Sessions: Start 8:15 PM CEST (2:15 PM ET / 7:15 PM BST) on Court Philippe-Chatrier
Paris is 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time and 1 hour ahead of UK time, meaning early morning viewing for American fans and daytime coverage for European audiences.
United States
Warner Bros. Discovery delivers its second year of comprehensive French Open coverage through TNT Sports platforms.
TV Channels
- TNT – Featured matches daily
- truTV – Daily multiplex showing multiple matches simultaneously
Streaming
- Max (formerly HBO Max) – EVERY SINGLE MATCH (900+ matches including qualifying)
- Standard Plan: $18.49/month
- Premium Plan: $22.99/month
- Includes multiview feature (watch up to 4 matches at once)
- Early rounds, outer courts, all competitions (men’s, women’s, doubles, juniors, wheelchair, legends)
- Tennis Channel – Highlights, analysis, and select outer-court matches
- Tennis Channel Plus – Additional streaming coverage
Cable/Streaming TV Services with TNT/truTV
- DirecTV Stream
- YouTube TV
- Hulu + Live TV
- Sling TV (Blue package)
- NOT available on Fubo (doesn’t carry TNT Sports channels)
Best Option for US Viewers
Max is the only platform offering complete tournament access. Sign up for a month, watch the tournament, cancel if desired.
United Kingdom
TNT Sports (Warner Bros. Discovery) holds exclusive UK rights.
TV Channels
- TNT Sports 1, 2, 3, 4 – Multiple courts covered simultaneously
- Eurosport 1 & 2 – Extensive daily coverage (same ownership as TNT Sports)
Streaming
- discovery+ – Every court live, complete flexibility
- Max – Increasingly integrated with discovery+ in UK market
How to Access
- Sky Sports subscribers: TNT Sports available as add-on
- BT Sport/EE customers: Access through existing packages
- Virgin Media: TNT Sports add-on available
- discovery+ subscription: Direct streaming access
Highlights
- Official Roland-Garros YouTube channel (free highlights, no live streaming)
Canada
Dual-language coverage for English and French speakers.
English Coverage
- TSN (TSN1-TSN5) – Multiple feeds during early rounds
- TSN+ – Streaming platform with additional courts
- TSN App – Digital streaming
French Coverage
- RDS – Premium French-language coverage
- RDS+ – Streaming platform
- RDS App – Mobile/tablet streaming
Both TSN and RDS provide extensive multi-court access during the tournament’s busiest periods.
Australia
- Channel Nine – Main broadcast coverage
- 9Now – Free streaming (requires Australian account)
- Stan Sport – Premium streaming option with additional coverage
France
Home country coverage split between free-to-air and premium streaming.
Free-to-Air
- France Télévisions (France 2, France 3, France 4)
- All qualifying matches (May 18-22)
- All day sessions through quarter-finals
- Co-broadcast of semi-finals and finals
- france.tv Sport – Digital channel with continuous coverage
Premium Streaming
- Prime Video (Amazon)
- 11 exclusive night sessions (8:15 PM starts)
- One marquee match per evening session
- Two quarter-finals exclusively
- Co-broadcast of semi-finals and finals
The division is simple: daytime matches on free TV, evening sessions on Prime Video, biggest matches shared by both.
Europe (Other Countries)
Germany
- Eurosport 1 & 2
- discovery+ or Max for streaming
Spain
- Eurosport
- Max for complete streaming
Italy
- Eurosport 1 & 2
- discovery+ streaming
Netherlands
- Eurosport
- discovery+ streaming
Scandinavia (Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland)
- Eurosport
- Max or discovery+ for streaming
Portugal
- Eurosport
- discovery+ streaming
Belgium
- Eurosport
- discovery+ streaming
Austria
- Eurosport
- discovery+ streaming
Asia & Middle East
India
- Sony Sports Network (exclusive TV and digital rights through 2027)
- SonyLIV – Streaming platform
China
- CCTV – Linear television
- Tencent – NEW digital broadcaster for 2026-2028
Japan
- Wowow – Comprehensive coverage
Middle East & North Africa
- beIN Sports – Across MENA region
- beIN Sports Connect – Streaming platform
Latin America
Spanish-Speaking Countries
- ESPN International – Primary broadcaster
- Disney+ – Digital coverage
Brazil
- ESPN Brasil
- Star+ streaming
Other Regions
South Africa
- SuperSport – Comprehensive African coverage
New Zealand
- Sky Sport – Main broadcaster
- Sky Sport Now – Streaming
Global Streaming Options (Subscription Required)
These services work in many countries but always check regional availability:
Tennis-Specific Services
- Tennis TV – ATP matches only (NOT available for Grand Slams)
- WTA TV – Women’s matches only (NOT available for Grand Slams)
Note: Neither Tennis TV nor WTA TV carry Grand Slam coverage due to separate broadcast agreements.
Free Options (Limited)
Official Roland-Garros Channels
- Roland-Garros YouTube – Daily highlights, press conferences, features (NO live matches)
- Roland-Garros App – Live scores, draws, news
- Radio Roland-Garros – Free audio commentary (rolandgarros.com or official app)
Free Trial Options
Many streaming platforms offer free trials for new subscribers:
- Max (US) – Check for promotional periods
- discovery+ (UK/Europe) – Often offers trial periods
- 9Now (Australia) – Free with registration
Warning: Avoid unofficial streaming sites. They often contain malware, violate broadcasting rights and provide poor quality streams.
What’s New for 2026
The French Tennis Federation has invested heavily in broadcast production for 2026:
- Second drone camera over courts 15 and 16
- Enhanced statistics overlays on Philippe-Chatrier and Suzanne-Lenglen
- Brand new TV graphics package
- 4K HDR feeds available for semi-finals and finals (check your provider)
- 750 production staff mobilizing to produce coverage of all 900+ matches
Warner Bros. Discovery operates multiple on-site TV studios, including one in the Jardin des Mousquetaires.
Tips for Optimal Viewing
For US Viewers
- Court-hop on Max: Don’t just watch featured matches. Some of the best drama happens on outer courts during early rounds.
- Set your alarm: Day sessions start 5:00 AM ET. Early rounds feature future stars and potential upsets.
- Use multiview: Max’s 4-court simultaneous viewing is perfect for Round 1-2 when many matches run concurrently.
For UK Viewers
- discovery+ is essential: Multiple live courts mean you’re never stuck watching a blowout when a thriller is happening elsewhere.
- Prime afternoon viewing: Main matches align perfectly with UK afternoons and early evenings.
For All Viewers
- Clay court specialists: Don’t overlook South American and Spanish players who grew up on red dirt. They often upset higher-ranked hard-court specialists.
- Watch the classics: Roland-Garros consistently produces the longest, most physically demanding matches in tennis.
More on Time Zones
US East Coast > Paris: Add 6 hours
Example: 11:00 AM Paris = 5:00 AM ET
US West Coast > Paris: Add 9 hours
Example: 11:00 AM Paris = 2:00 AM PT
UK > Paris: Add 1 hour
Example: 11:00 AM Paris = 10:00 AM BST
Australia (AEST) > Paris: Subtract 8 hours
Example: 11:00 AM Paris = 7:00 PM AEST (same day)
Some Recommendations
Best Overall Value:
- US: Max subscription ($18.49/month for complete access)
- UK: discovery+ (every court, flexible viewing)
- Canada: TSN+ or RDS+ (comprehensive multi-court coverage)
Free Options:
- France: France Télévisions (most matches free)
- Australia: 9Now (free with registration)
- Everyone: Radio Roland-Garros audio streams
For Serious Fans: Invest in a streaming platform with multi-court access. The best matches often happen on outer courts during early rounds, and you’ll want the flexibility to switch between matches.