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Roland Garros Taps Adriano Panatta to Present 2026 Men’s Trophy

The tribute marks 50 years since his 1976 title with linked ceremonies in Rome and Paris.

Overview

  • Roland Garros invited Adriano Panatta to hand over the men’s singles trophy at this year’s final in a letter signed by tournament director Amélie Mauresmo and French Tennis Federation president Gilles Moretton.
  • Organizers praised Panatta’s 1976 triumph as one of the most iconic chapters on Paris clay, citing his fighting spirit, elegant style, and memorable points.
  • Panatta said the invitation is a great honor and described a strong personal bond with the French Open venue.
  • He will first present the Internazionali d’Italia trophy in Rome on May 17 before traveling to Paris for the men’s final.
  • Reports also note Carlos Alcaraz’s wrist withdrawal, with some coverage now casting Jannik Sinner as the leading contender for the title.