The 125th edition of the French Open (Roland Garros) is set to begin on Sunday, May 18, 2026, in Paris. As the premier clay-court championship of the world, the 2026 tournament features a high-stakes battle for the Musketeers’ Cup (Men’s) and the Suzanne Lenglen Cup (Women’s). The 2026 French Open schedule begins on Sunday, May 18, 2026, and concludes with the Men’s Final on Sunday, June 7. The official bracket (draw) will be released on Thursday, May 14. You can download our Printable 2026 Roland Garros Bracket Tracker below.
While the official 128-player draws won’t be finalized until May 14, you can prepare for “The City of Light” with the full NBC/Tennis Channel broadcast schedule below. We will publish the printable French Open bracket and schedule when they are available.
2026 French Open: Key Tournament Dates
Here are the key tournament dates for the 2026 French Open.
- Qualifying Rounds: May 11 – May 15, 2026
- Main Draw Release: Thursday, May 14
- First Round Starts: Sunday, May 18
- Women’s Final: Saturday, June 6
- Men’s Final: Sunday, June 7
Printable 2026 French Open Bracket (PDF)
Our signature “Low-Ink” printable bracket is currently in Pre-Tournament mode. We will upload the finalized player names and seedings on May 14 immediately following the official draw and push a blank printable bracket in PDF for the men’s and women’s singles tournaments beforehand for you.
2026 French Open TV & Streaming Schedule
The broadcast rights for Roland Garros in the United States remain split between NBC, Peacock, and The Tennis Channel.
| Date | Round | Time (ET) | Network / Platform |
| May 11-15 | Qualifying Rounds | 4:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Tennis Channel / Plus |
| Sunday, May 18 | First Round | 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Tennis Channel |
| First Round (Lead) | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | NBC / Peacock | |
| May 19-25 | Early Rounds | 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Tennis Channel |
| May 26-27 | Quarterfinals | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tennis Channel |
| June 4 | Women’s Semifinals | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | NBC / Peacock |
| June 5 | Men’s Semifinals | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM | NBC / Peacock |
| Saturday, June 6 | Women’s Final | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | NBC / Peacock |
| Sunday, June 7 | Men’s Final | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | NBC / Peacock |
What to Watch for at Roland Garros 2026
- The Clay Court Kings: Can the next generation of stars maintain their dominance, or will a veteran specialist reclaim the clay?
- Night Sessions: Expect 11 high-profile night sessions (7:30 PM local time / 1:30 PM ET) streaming exclusively on Peacock and premium international platforms.
- The “Lucky Loser” Rule: With the qualifying rounds starting May 11, stay tuned for which players lose in the final round of qualifying but still make the main draw due to late withdrawals.
French Open FAQ
Where is the French Open played? The tournament is held at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France. It is the only Grand Slam played on red clay.
How can I watch the French Open without cable? The best way to watch without a traditional cable package is through Peacock, which hosts the NBC broadcast windows, and Tennis Channel Plus, which offers court-by-court coverage.
When is the 2026 French Open bracket released? The official draw ceremony for both the Men’s and Women’s singles will take place on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
🏆 Major Sports Resources & Fan Guides
Before you finalize your picks, explore our complete library of 2026 Sports Schedules and Printable Brackets. Whether you’re tracking the Triple Crown or prepping for the World Cup, we’ve got the “Low-Ink” digital assets you need.
⛳ Golf & Tennis Majors
- 2026 PGA Championship Hub: Practice rounds, TV times for Aronimink, and the printable leaderboard tracker.
- 2026 French Open Bracket: Follow the clay-court action at Roland Garros with our printable 128-player draw. (Coming Soon)
- 2026 British Open Schedule: Key dates and qualifying info for Royal Birkdale this July.
⚾ MLB & Summer Baseball
- 2026 New York Yankees Schedule: Full 162-game slate, Subway Series dates, and YES Network/Netflix broadcast info.
- 2026 Los Angeles Dodgers Schedule: Follow Shohei Ohtani’s historic 2026 season with our printable team calendar.
- 2026 MLB Playoff Bracket: It’s never too early to track the Wild Card race. View the October schedule and bracket.
🏇 Triple Crown & Horse Racing
- 2026 Preakness Stakes Guide: Everything you need for the historic move to Laurel Park, including the post-Derby contender list.
- 2026 Kentucky Derby Recap: View the final results, payouts, and the story behind Golden Tempo’s massive upset.
- 2026 Belmont Stakes Guide: The final leg of the Trip Crown.
⚽ 2026 FIFA World Cup (Coming Soon)
- World Cup 26™ Master Schedule: The expanded 48-team tournament kicks off on June 11. View the group stage schedules for the USA, Mexico, and Canada at our main hub.
- Printable World Cup Bracket: Download our minimalist bracket to track the road to the Final in New Jersey.
🛠️ Exclusive Sports Tools
- Custom Bracket Maker: Use our interactive tool to build and print your own custom brackets for any league or tournament.
- 2026-27 NHL Schedule Release Tracker: Get ahead of the July release with our 84-game opponents checklist.
