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.