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Sinner Top Seed as French Open Draw Puts Djokovic in Opposite Half

Planned PTPA media limits and active court filings raise the prospect of reduced press access during Roland Garros.

Overview

  • The Roland Garros draw was finalized on May 21 with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner seeded to the top half and Novak Djokovic placed in the opposite half so they can meet only in the final.
  • Coco Gauff will begin her title defense against Taylor Townsend in the first round and faces a projected path that could put her against Aryna Sabalenka in a late-stage match.
  • Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz will not play at Roland Garros because of a wrist injury and he has also withdrawn from Wimbledon.
  • The Professional Tennis Players Association has active U.S. court filings seeking credentials and has announced a ‘work-to-rule’ plan to limit media duties, a move that could change how players speak to press during the tournament.
  • Organizers raised prize money with singles champions set to earn $3.2 million, approved a trial allowing Whoop wearables at Grand Slams, and Turner/HBO Max will provide full broadcast and streaming coverage.