RFI – Live News EN
• 18/06/2026
Here are just a few of the innovations being touted across the three floors of stands and displays:
Healing bone implants
Berlin-based Blueprint Biomed is developing an artificial replacement for the grafts used in millions of patients every year to support bone healing.
"With this, we don't need to add any kind of autologous bone graft (from the patient's own body)," chief executive Aaron Herrera told AFP.
Grafts of the patient's own bone can fail, requiring follow-up surgery, or result i...
This archived item refers to innovations on show at Paris Vivatech fest. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 17/06/2026
John Bodenhamer, USGA chief championships officer, announced the move on the eve of the major showdown at the Long Island layout where some players complained officials "lost the course" in 2004 and 2018.
Lightning-fast green speeds and high winds kept balls from staying on greens to make for unplayable conditions in those years, watering needed between groups to try and keep balls on some greens.
"Tough but fair," Bodenhamer said. "It's not about par as a winning score. Maybe it used to b...
This archived item refers to uSGA will water greens between waves at US Open. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 17/06/2026
"The Belgian is still dealing with the effects of an elbow injury and has not recovered in time to start the Tour de France at the required level," the team said.
Van Aert won the Paris-Roubaix classic in April and would have been a key rider for Visma and Dane Jonas Vingegaard in the July 4-26 Tour de France.
But the rider fell in training ahead of last week's Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes stage race.
"During the race, an infection unexpectedly developed in the wound on his elbow, forcing hi...
This archived item refers to van Aert out of Tour de France with elbow injury. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 17/06/2026
Talk of securing access to AI will be on the agenda both in the French capital and at the G7 summit in Evian, where President Donald Trump and the heads of US tech giants are meeting leaders of top industrial economies.
Washington last week pushed its allies' tech dependency to the top of the agenda.
It banned non-American users from the powerful AI models Fable and Mythos, whose creator Anthropic withdrew access for all in response.
In a sign of how seriously the move jarred transatlanti...
This archived item refers to sovereignty fears dog AI enthusiasm at France's Vivatech. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 17/06/2026
The three-day summit of the leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Britain and the United States has focused intensely on Trump's deal to end the war with Iran and efforts to pressure Russia into brokering peace with Ukraine.
But on Wednesday the digital sphere will take centre stage, with some European G7 members wanting more security in moves that have irked the United States.
Sam Altman, the head of artificial intelligence giant OpenAI, Anthropic chief Dario Amodei and Arthur...
This archived item refers to macron winds up G7 with AI, Trump dinner. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/06/2026
The Slovenian is such an overwhelming favourite for victory in the five-day race that the question on everyone's lips is not who will win, but rather what shape will he be in.
"Training has gone very well, both individually and as a team," he said ominously.
"And I'm arriving at the Tour of Switzerland feeling strong and motivated," he added with the opening stage on Wednesday.
Pogacar has opted for an unusually light workload in the build-up to the Tour de France and has had only 11 race...
This archived item refers to tour of Switzerland set to showcase Pogacar's pre-Tour de France form. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 15/06/2026
Tensions have persisted in French-Israeli relations, with France recognising Palestinian statehood last year and two far-right Israeli ministers banned from entering the country in recent weeks.
The stands at the Eurosatory arms and security trade show were "closed due to non-compliance with participation conditions set by the French authorities," the organiser, Coges Events, said in a statement to AFP.
It said it was required to enforce decisions of the French authorities.
"As a result,...
This archived item refers to france shuts down dozen Israeli stands at defence trade show. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 15/06/2026
Then a fresh-faced former banker still shy of his 40th birthday, Macron came to power in 2017 short on political experience but big on ideas, one of which was that Europe should gain strategic autonomy and be less reliant on the United States.
Macron most famously articulated his vision at this year's World Economic Forum in Davos where, wearing aviator sunglasses due to an eye condition and punctuating his speech with the English phrase "for sure", he said Europe needed to stand up to "bul...
This archived item refers to 'For sure': Macron to preach stronger Europe vision at G7 swansong. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 14/06/2026
The unbeaten Aidan O'Brien-trained winner became the first filly from outside France to sweep the Prix Marcel Boussac (France's leading two-year-old race for fillies), French 1000 Guineas and the French Oaks.
She joins among others legends Allez France and Zarkava, who both went on to win arguably Europe's most prestigious race the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
For O'Brien, it was his seventh classic victory this term -- his record-extending 12th Epsom Derby triumph last weekend taking him to...
This archived item refers to diamond sparkles in French Oaks as Moore completes classic clean sweep. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 14/06/2026
Waving banners with messages like "No to the G7 and all imperialist alliances!" and "Abort the G7", the protesters gathered in a park on the shores of Lake Geneva. They then made their way through a barricaded city that seemed to be bracing for an invasion, as helicopters hovered above.
Under a burning sun, they set off shortly after 3:30 pm (1330 GMT), chanting slogans with a range of messages, supporting Palestinians, climate action, feminism and anti-capitalist activism.
Police put the ...
This archived item refers to thousands protest in Geneva ahead of G7 summit in France. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 12/06/2026
They were, he said, a welcome opportunity to devote himself to observing nature.
"I really enjoy looking," he told AFP.
"If you look at the world, it's very beautiful. But you've got to have a clear head and there's lots of things that stop you looking."
Hockney met AFP at the Musee de L'Orangerie in Paris, which was displaying the fruits of that period in an exhibition, "A Year in Normandy".
It featured a 91-metre-long frieze made from some of the 220 pictures he created during the s...
This archived item refers to when Hockney told AFP about his lockdown 'blessing' in France. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 11/06/2026
There was still no change atop the leaderboard with stage 1 winner Alex Baudin of EF in the yellow jersey, 12sec ahead of Netcompany-Ineos pair Kevin Vauquelin and Oscar Onley.
Onley will likely battle with 10th-placed French youngster Paul Seixas over the final three days with Isaac del Toro, Matteo Jorgenson and Juan Ayuso also expected to enter the battle over the big mountain stages to come.
Stage five was the flattest day with a mere 2,500m vertical gain, and also the longest stage of...
This archived item refers to van Aert dominates sprint on Tour de France warm-up race. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 11/06/2026
"It is with deep sadness that my family and I announce the passing of my husband, Charlie Dalin, following a long illness," Dalin's wife Perrine Le Pape said in a message to AFP.
It is tough enough for any sailor just to complete the Vendee Globe, but Dalin did that in victorious fashion despite battling cancer.
Dalin suffered from a rare form of gastrointestinal cancer as he steered his boat to the 2024-25 victory in a record 64 days, 19 hours and 22 minutes.
Dalin, who had finished seco...
This archived item refers to renowned French solo yachtsman Charlie Dalin dies aged 42. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 11/06/2026
The body of the girl, named as Lyhanna, was found last week after she went missing on May 29 in the southwestern town of Fleurance.
The suspect, a 41-year-old father of a school friend of the victim, had twice before been formally accused of raping a child, but investigations had been dropped or had stalled.
"It is trust in our institutions that is at stake," Macron told a cabinet meeting, according to government spokeswoman Maud Bregeon.
But he called for calm after nationwide anger over...
This archived item refers to macron says trust in France institutions 'at stake' after girl's killing. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 09/06/2026
Smotrich is the second member of the Israeli government to be forbidden from entering France in recent months, after National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir was barred on May 23 for mocking activists detained by Israeli soldiers from a Gaza-bound flotilla carrying aid for the Palestinian territory.
The United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Norway already slapped a travel ban on both ministers in June last year over inciting violence against Palestinians.
Other countries hav...
This archived item refers to france bans Israeli minister Smotrich in coordinated sanctions push. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 09/06/2026
The trial is the latest case seeking justice for a spate of similar thefts in recent years from libraries across Europe, suspected to be the work of an organised network.
The thefts targeted rare Russian classics worth millions of euros in total, including by 19th-century literary greats Pushkin and Nikolai Gogol.
The defendants on trial in France have been charged with criminal conspiracy and intent to commit an offence, while some of them are also charged with theft of an exhibited cultu...
This archived item refers to seven Georgians tried in France over theft of rare Russian books. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 09/06/2026
The body of the girl, named as Lyhanna, was found last week after she went missing on May 29 near the southwestern town of Fleurance.
Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin apologised on Friday for what he called a "huge failure" in the handling of previous accusations against the suspect.
The 41-year-old accused, the father of a school friend of the victim, had twice before been formally accused of raping a child.
One legal complaint was filed in August last year, but the investigation stalled...
This archived item refers to french justice minister refuses to resign over girl killing case. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 07/06/2026
The Italian 10th seed had treatment between the fourth and deciding sets but slipped to a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1 loss as Zverev claimed his first Grand Slam title.
"I felt cramps on my calf. You know, I tried all my best on the changeover," said Cobolli.
"I took all five minutes. But my calf was gone. At the end after the second game also my quad, and I felt completely tired. My body left me on the court."
The 24-year-old was playing in his first Grand Slam final and had never even...
This archived item refers to cobolli says cramps hampered him in French Open loss to Zverev. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 07/06/2026
The second seed became the first German man to win a major tournament since Boris Becker at the 1996 Australian Open with a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1 victory after four hours and 16 minutes.
"This court is so special to me in so many ways... but now finally, it's a happy end," said Zverev, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury in the 2022 semi-final against Rafael Nadal on Court Philippe Chatrier, where he was also edged out in five sets by Carlos Alcaraz in the 2024 final.
It was ...
This archived item refers to zverev ends wait for Grand Slam title with French Open triumph. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 07/06/2026
The second seed became the first German man to win a major tournament since Boris Becker at the 1996 Australian Open with a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1 win after four hours and 16 minutes on Court Philippe Chatrier.
It was Zverev's fourth Grand Slam final and second at Roland Garros after some heartbreaking near misses in his career.
Cobolli, the 10th seed, was bidding to become the first Italian man to win the French Open in 50 years.
The 24-year-old had never even played a Slam semi-f...
This archived item refers to zverev ends wait for Grand Slam title with French Open triumph. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
The 19-year-old became the youngest women's champion at Roland Garros in 34 years with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory over Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in the final.
Andreeva, who will climb to sixth in the WTA rankings on Monday, is not planning to rest on her laurels ahead of the grass-court season and Wimbledon, where she lost in the quarter-finals last year.
"These feelings are something extra special," said the triumphant eighth seed.
"And honestly, now I'm already thinking of how I...
This archived item refers to andreeva already eyeing second Grand Slam title after French Open triumph. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
Chwalinska became the first qualifier to reach the final at Roland Garros since the Open era began, but came up short in her bid for a historic Grand Slam crown as she lost to eighth seed Mirra Andreeva 6-3, 6-2 in the title-decider on Saturday.
After years on the lower-tier circuit, 24-year-old Chwalinska's charge to the final, in what was just her third main draw appearance at a major, has captivated the tennis world and catapulted the previously unheralded Pole into the spotlight.
But C...
This archived item refers to chwalinska hopes historic French Open final run can inspire. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
Eighth last year — when he finished "exhausted" — the Decathlon CMA CGM leader returns determined to measure his progress and, crucially, his ability to recover over a demanding week.
"Among the favourites, yes, but not the favourite," Seixas said on Saturday in Voiron, between Lyon and Grenoble.
"The race will be very open. Of course I want to win, but my priority is to evaluate the benefits of my altitude camp in Spain," the 19-year-old added.
Fresh from three weeks in the Sierra Nevada...
This archived item refers to seixas eyes 'progress' test before Tour de France debut. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
She started playing tennis with her older sister Erika, also now a professional player, in Krasnoyarsk, some 4,000 kilometres east of Moscow.
"I've been watching Roland Garros on TV since I was very, very young, so it's also a big dream of mine to win this tournament and I honestly cannot believe that I'm holding this trophy right now," Andreeva said after her final win at Roland Garros.
The current world number eight was just 16 when she made her Grand Slam debut in Paris in 2023, already...
This archived item refers to from Siberia to French Open title, Andreeva lives 'dream'. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
The 19-year-old Russian beat Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 to become the youngest Roland Garros women's singles champion since Monica Seles, then aged 18, won her third straight title in Paris in 1992.
With her first-ever major crown, Andreeva also became the first player, man or woman, born after 2005 to win a Grand Slam.
The Coupe Suzanne Lenglen will now take centre spot in Andreeva's burgeoning trophy cabinet, which already features two WTA 1000 titles.
"I've been watching Roland Garros on TV s...
This archived item refers to andreeva wins first Grand Slam title at French Open. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
She "passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in the evening" on Friday, said Claude Chirac. Bernadette Chirac had just turned 93 on May 18, she added.
Her charismatic husband served as president from 1995-2007, famously opposing the US-led invasion of Iraq in 2003. Jacques Chirac died in 2019.
She also stood by her late husband despite his notorious romantic affairs with other women, something both referred to in their memoirs.
She lived to see her husband become the first preside...
This archived item refers to late French president Chirac's widow dies aged 93: daughter. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
The 19-year-old Russian beat Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 to become the youngest Roland Garros women's singles champion since Monica Seles, then aged 18, won her third straight title in Paris in 1992.
With her first-ever major crown, Andreeva also became the first player, man or woman, born after 2005 to win a Grand Slam.
The Coupe Suzanne Lenglen will now take centre spot in Andreeva's burgeoning trophy cabinet, which already features two WTA 1000 titles.
Defeat at the final hurdle brought to an ...
This archived item refers to andreeva wins first Grand Slam title at French Open. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 06/06/2026
The 29-year-old German was widely tipped as a future multiple major champion and the leader of the 'NextGen' to challenge the 'Big Three' of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer almost 10 years ago.
He missed his chances in that era, then watched as Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz emerged to mop up 11 Slam titles between them.
But Zverev has a golden opportunity at Roland Garros to finally end his wait to triumph at tennis' top table, after making serene progress in Paris with a...
This archived item refers to zverev eyeing Grand Slam breakthrough in French Open final against Cobolli. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 05/06/2026
Second seed Zverev eased into his fourth Grand Slam final with a four-set win over Jakub Mensik and will take on Cobolli on Sunday as he eyes a long-awaited first major title.
Italian 10th seed Cobolli did not even have to play his semi-final after Arnaldi pulled out shortly before their scheduled match due to illness.
"Not really, because I feel fine," Zverev said when asked if he thinks Cobolli has an advantage.
"I didn't have brutally long matches. I honestly feel like I could play aga...
This archived item refers to zverev says no advantage for Cobolli in French Open final despite walkover. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 05/06/2026
The German will face 10th seed Cobolli on Sunday after securing a 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 victory over Mensik.
Cobolli did not even have to play his first Grand Slam semi-final, as his last-four opponent and fellow Italian Matteo Arnaldi withdrew from the tournament shortly before the match due to illness.
Zverev has endured several near misses at the majors, with three previous final defeats, including against Carlos Alcaraz at Roland Garros two years ago.
"This is a Grand Slam, it's best of ...
This archived item refers to zverev to face Cobolli in French Open final after beating Mensik. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 05/06/2026
Cobolli, the 10th seed, was due to be playing in his first Grand Slam semi-final but will instead benefit from some extra rest ahead of Sunday's final.
"It's tough for me to speak also. When he came to me an hour ago I almost cried," said Cobolli of his friend Arnaldi, as they held a joint press conference while sitting three metres apart.
"I was ready to play this match and when he came I was completely sad for him, but at the same time of course I'm really happy for the result that I rea...
This archived item refers to cobolli to face Zverev in French Open final as Arnaldi withdraws. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 05/06/2026
The German will face either 10th seed Flavio Cobolli or his fellow Italian Matteo Arnaldi on Sunday after securing a 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 victory over Mensik.
Zverev has endured several near misses at major tournaments, with three previous final defeats, including against Carlos Alcaraz at Roland Garros two years ago.
"This is a Grand Slam, it's best of five, things are going to happen, opponents are going to play better. I managed it," said Zverev.
"I hope to play another great match on Su...
This archived item refers to zverev eases past Mensik to reach second French Open final. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 05/06/2026
She started playing tennis with her older sister Erika, also now a professional player, in Krasnoyarsk, some 4,000 kilometres east of Moscow.
"I never actually thought that I would be able to win big tournaments or be in Grand Slam finals," she said after her semi-final win over Marta Kostyuk at Roland Garros.
"It was just all my dreams, everything that I have been dreaming of."
The current world number eight was just 16 when she made her Grand Slam debut in Paris in 2023, already under b...
This archived item refers to from Siberia to French Open final, Andreeva living 'dream'. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 05/06/2026
Chwalinska was roared on by thousands of Polish fans, who were perhaps expecting to be watching four-time champion Iga Swiatek, during her semi-final win over Diana Shnaider.
The 24-year-old is hoping to follow in the footsteps of Emma Raducanu, the only man or woman in the Open era to win a Grand Slam singles tournament as a qualifier.
"Let's not pretend someone expected it," admitted Chwalinska.
"I mean, I was outside (the) top 100, and now I'm in the finals of a Grand Slam, so I feel l...
This archived item refers to chwalinska bidding to take final step at French Open against Andreeva. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 05/06/2026
The 59-year-old former star French wing, who had a less successful spell in charge of the national side (2012-15), said it had been an "enormous pleasure" to take on the task last year, build a team and all that came with it.
Aix will go into their first ever final -- they have been semi-finalists twice -- as underdogs but Saint-Andre said they have already defied that tag in beating Brive and Colomiers on their way to the final.
"It's crazy, a lot of people told me I was mad to come here,...
This archived item refers to former France rugby coach Saint-Andre eyes making history with Aix. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 04/06/2026
France captain Kylian Mbappe had been hoping to break Olivier Giroud's record of 57 goals for Les Bleus in what was his 97th appearance for his country but had a fruitless evening and was replaced by head coach Didier Deschamps at half-time, leaving him stuck on 56 goals in second place.
Rayan Cherki had given France the lead in the last minute of the first half with a powerful low strike after some neat footwork in the box.
But Guela Doue, the French-born older brother of France internati...
This archived item refers to diallo gives Ivory Coast shock win over France. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 04/06/2026
Martin Ney, dubbed "the man in black", was handed another life sentence for the murder and kidnapping of Jonathan Coulom, who disappeared at a school holiday camp in western France.
The 55-year-old, who has always denied the charges, listened impassively as the court in the city of Nantes handed down the verdict.
The boy's bed was empty when his roommates woke up in a dormitory at the seaside camp in Saint-Brevin-les-Pins.
More than a month later Jonathan's body was found weighed down b...
This archived item refers to german serial killer found guilty of murder of French schoolboy. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 04/06/2026
The Pole downed Diana Shnaider 7-6 (7/4), 6-4 in the last four to join Russian 19-year-old Andreeva, a straight-sets winner over Marta Kostyuk, in Saturday's title-decider.
Should she best Andreeva in the final, Chwalinska will become just the second woman to come through qualifying and win a Grand Slam final in any major since the Open era began, after Emma Raducanu's title run at the US Open in 2021.
The 24-year-old said her run in the French capital was "like a dream", moments after bea...
This archived item refers to qualifier Chwalinska sets up Andreeva French Open final clash. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 04/06/2026
The 24-year-old's 7-6 (7/4), 6-4 victory over Russian 25th seed Shnaider made her only the second woman to come through qualifying and reach a Grand Slam final in any major since the Open era began, after Emma Raducanu's title run at the US Open in 2021.
Chwalinska will meet Russian eighth seed Mirra Andreeva in Saturday's title-decider.
Appearing in her first main draw in Paris, Chwalinska, who had on three previous occasions failed to qualify for Roland Garros, has won nine matches acros...
This archived item refers to qualifier Chwalinska downs Shnaider to reach French Open final. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 04/06/2026
The 19-year-old Russian took one hour and 16 minutes to overcome her Ukrainian opponent and reach a first Grand Slam final. Andreeva will play Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in Saturday's final.
"I was so focused that I could see those hairs on the ball," the eighth seed told her press conference.
"One thing is when you see the hairs on the ball for a couple of points, and the other thing is when you're able to do it throughout the whole match. Today was one of those matches where I was...
This archived item refers to andreeva stays focused to race past Kostyuk into French Open final. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 04/06/2026
The German will face Czech youngster Jakub Mensik in the last four, with the winner of that match-up meeting either Flavio Cobolli or Matteo Arnaldi in the final.
Here, AFP Sport takes a look at the two men's semi-finals:
Alexander Zverev (GER x2) v Jakub Mensik (CZE x26)
Zverev leads head-to-head 1-0
-- Following the shock early exits of Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, Zverev finds himself the odds-on favourite to win Roland Garros and finally shake off the unwanted title of tennis' n...
This archived item refers to zverev heads up final four in men's French Open semis. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
"No thoughts, no emotions. Just want to quit tennis right now, but we'll see. We'll see in few days. Hopefully I'll get back on track mentally."
-- Aryna Sabalenka on her feelings after crashing out of the French Open quarter-finals.
"By the way, you know, I just figure how I can overcome it. You know those rooms where you just go in and you smash everything? Probably I will spend a whole day tomorrow over there destroying stuff. Maybe it will help... maybe not..."
-- Sabalenka on how she...
This archived item refers to who said what: French Open day 11. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
Former Wimbledon finalist Berrettini, who has struggled with various injuries in recent years, called it quits in the second set when trailing 7-5, 5-2 on Court Philippe Chatrier.
"You never want someone to end the tournament like this," said the 25-year-old Arnaldi.
"I'm sorry for him and I hope he's going recover and soon it's going to come the grass and he's going to be very tough to play."
Arnaldi has spent the largest time on court for a player en route to a Grand Slam semi-final, so...
This archived item refers to arnaldi into French Open semis as Berrettini retires injured. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
By eliminating the Canadian fourth seed, Cobolli has ensured that there will be an Italian man in the final come Sunday.
At the start of the tournament, that eventuality seemed almost a given with top seed Jannik Sinner on a scintillating clay-court run.
However, the world number one stunningly lost in the second round and blew the top half of the draw wide open.
Three of his compatriots have more than taken advantage of that opening, with Matteo Berrettini and Matteo Arnaldi battling it ...
This archived item refers to cobolli sinks Auger-Aliassime to book 'derby' French Open semi. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
Saliba joined the rest of his France team-mates on Tuesday at their pre-tournament camp outside of Paris after playing for Arsenal in their Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain at the weekend.
France will face Ivory Coast in Nantes in a World Cup warm-up match on Thursday, but Deschamps is expected to limit Saliba's workload as a precaution.
"William is fine and will be managed. If he had needed to play tomorrow, he would have played," Deschamps said.
Deschamps, who will ste...
This archived item refers to france's Saliba 'fine' after injury scare, says Deschamps. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
Either Russian 25th seed Diana Shnaider or Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska will await in the final.
Here, AFP Sport takes a look at the two women's last-four matches:
Marta Kostyuk (UKR x15) v Mirra Andreeva (RUS x8)
Kostyuk leads head-to-head 2-0
-- Kostyuk extended her victorious run on clay to 17 matches by winning an all-Ukrainian quarter-final against Elina Svitolina and next renews her burgeoning rivalry with Andreeva.
The 15th seed emotionally dedicated her last-eight win to Ukr...
This archived item refers to ukraine's Kostyuk takes on Russian Andreeva in French Open semis. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
The world number one led by a set and a double-break before exiting the tournament in a blaze of unforced errors, collapsing to a 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 loss in blustery conditions on Court Philippe Chatrier.
Shnaider will face Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in the semi-finals on Thursday, with Marta Kostyuk or Mirra Andreeva awaiting the winner in Sunday's final.
"Well honestly I'm speechless, I'm super happy. Obviously tough conditions with the wind," said the 22-year-old Shnaider after beating...
This archived item refers to sabalenka crumbles to French Open quarter-final defeat by Shnaider. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
The new penalties bring the total fines imposed by France against the Asian fashion giant to more than 210 million euros.
Shein said it was contesting the "disproportionate" penalties, arguing that no consumer harm had been established.
The Singapore-based company has been under fire since it established operations in France. Last year, the discovery of childlike sex dolls on the Shein platform caused outrage in France and prompted greater scrutiny.
Trade Minister Serge Papin said e-comm...
This archived item refers to france hits Shein with 22 mn euros in new fines over consumer violations. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
However, the 24-year-old told reporters that her accomplishments were yet to fully sink in.
"I feel like I just, for some reason, I don't process it, you know," Chwalinska said.
"I'm just focusing on every single match. I honestly don't feel like it's, like, a huge, huge moment for me.
"But definitely after the tournament finishes, I will kind of have time to, I guess, be grateful for what happened and process it as well."
Chwalinska again defied the odds to down Russian 22nd seed Anna ...
This archived item refers to polish qualifier Chwalinska reaches French Open semi-finals. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
The new penalties bring the total fines imposed by France against the Asian fashion giant to more than 210 million euros.
They were levied by the government's consumer protection agency DGCCRF following an investigation targeting several e-commerce platforms, primarily based outside Europe, including Shein.
The first fine of 5.77 million euros targets Infinite Style Ecommerce Co Ltd (ISEL), which handles sales for Shein.
The DGCCRF accuses Shein of failing to comply with a 14-day period r...
This archived item refers to france hits Shein with 22 mn euros in new fines over consumer violations. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
Gane will take on Brazilian Alex Pereira in a special June 14 bout organised in the White House on the day of US President Donald Trump's 80th birthday, as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations for the founding of the United States of America.
Many people view the whole event as a political stunt but Gane told AFP that he is ignoring the criticism and focusing on his bout.
But he admits it will be a unique experience, as it was when he visited the White House a few weeks ago.
"It was...
This archived item refers to french UFC fighter Gane blocking out politics before White House bout. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
One of only two top-10 seeds remaining in the women's tournament, Sabalenka will know this is a golden opportunity to go one step further than her runner-up finish last year at Roland Garros.
"I think because I'm not really focusing on that and I'm not really overthinking, I was able to kind of separate myself from what's going on this year at Roland Garros," Sabalenka said after her last-16 win over fellow four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka.
"I'm bringing my best level that I have,...
This archived item refers to sabalenka homes in on French Open semis. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 03/06/2026
"No chance. The gold medal for me is the most difficult thing to win, because you get a chance once every four years. It's special in a way that there is so little people that have done it. I think you do it for your country. You do it for the people back home. I will never trade my gold medal for anything, but I wouldn't mind to add a few things to my list as well."
-- Alexander Zverev on whether he would trade his 2020 Olympic gold medal for a Grand Slam title.
"As I said before, I don't...
This archived item refers to who said what: French Open day 10. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 02/06/2026
The 20-year-old Mensik beat Fonseca 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) in the night session on Court Philippe Chatrier to extend his best run at a Grand Slam.
Mensik, the world number 27, will take on second seed and title favourite Alexander Zverev on Friday for a place in the final.
"I'm excited for the challenge," said Mensik.
He is the youngest Czech men's semi-finalist at a major and the first from his country to reach the last four since Tomas Berdych at Wimbledon in 2017.
"It was one of my best ...
This archived item refers to mensik tames Fonseca to reach French Open semi-finals. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 02/06/2026
Chlordecone, also known under the brand name Kepone, is a pesticide that was widely used to eliminate weevils in banana plantations in France's former colonies turned overseas territories of Guadeloupe and Martinique from 1972 until 1993.
France banned its use on the mainland in 1990, but allowed its continued use on the Caribbean islands until 1993.
Lawmakers in the lower house of parliament on Tuesday evening voted unanimously in favour of a bill in which "the state acknowledges its shar...
This archived item refers to france lawmakers say state shares blame for West Indies pesticide scandal. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 02/06/2026
With the crushing 7-6 (7/3), 6-1, 6-3 win over the 19-year-old Spaniard, Zverev advanced to his fifth Roland Garros semi-final in the last six years.
The second seed is considered the heavy favourite to win his first Grand Slam title following the shock early departures of top seed Jannik Sinner and 24-time major champion Novak Djokovic last week in Paris.
Zverev has finished runner-up three times in Grand Slam finals, including at Roland Garros two years ago, and knows the pressure is fir...
This archived item refers to zverev 'doesn't care' about French Open favourite tag. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 02/06/2026
Kostyuk held her nerve to withstand a comeback from compatriot Elina Svitolina in the first all-Ukrainian women's quarter-final at a Grand Slam in the Open era, winning 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 on Tuesday.
The 23-year-old Kostyuk extended her unbeaten run on clay this season to 17 matches to reach her first Grand Slam semi-final.
"I'm very happy I found a way. It was very difficult in the first two sets," said Kostyuk, who again dedicated her victory to the people of Ukraine.
The country was hit by ...
This archived item refers to kostyuk and Andreeva to clash in French Open semis. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 02/06/2026
The Russian eighth seed needed just under an hour on Court Philippe Chatrier to reach the last four at Roland Garros for the second time in three years.
Andreeva, 19, reached the last eight in 2025 before falling in straight sets to French sensation Lois Boisson.
When rain started falling over the French capital on Tuesday morning and Andreeva realised the match would take place under a closed roof, she said she started immediately having flashbacks to her bad-tempered loss from 12 months ...
This archived item refers to 'In the zone' Andreeva romps into French Open semis. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
"I feel like I'm getting better and better with every match I play and overall I'm super happy with how I played today."
-- Aryna Sabalenka after producing an ominous display for her French Open rivals by blasting past Naomi Osaka.
"I'm really grateful for this opportunity. It's such a beautiful court. You know, I took a picture during the warm-up of Rafa's (Nadal's) plaque. I was very excited."
-- Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska after continuing her remarkable run by beating Diane Parry...
This archived item refers to who said what: French Open day 9. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
Sabalenka produced an impressive display, hitting 39 winners and 12 aces, against a battling Osaka to win 7-5, 6-3 and reach the last eight for a 14th consecutive major tournament.
The Belarusian is the only Grand Slam champion left in either the men's or women's singles draws at Roland Garros.
"I was able to kind of separate myself from what's going on this year at the Roland Garros," Sabalenka said of the shock results elsewhere.
"I have been around. Anything can happen. That's tennis."...
This archived item refers to sabalenka overpowers Osaka to reach French Open quarter-finals. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
Held at the Versailles palace west of Paris, the investments announced at the ninth "Choose France" event represent the creation of 15,600 jobs, in what Macron called "obviously by far a record edition".
"Everything you signed here, everything which was announced during these days... will be executed and delivered on time," Macron said in a speech in English to foreign business leaders after bilateral meetings and round tables.
"I put my credibility in front of you on the table," he added...
This archived item refers to macron announces 93 bn euros in 'Choose France' foreign investments. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
The former Wimbledon finalist, who has been plagued by injuries, won 6-3, 7-6 (7/3), 7-6 (8/6) against Argentinian Cerundolo, who had dumped out world number one Jannik Sinner in the second round.
"This (tennis) is the love of my life, I guess, otherwise I wouldn't keep coming back after all the setbacks, the injuries," said Berrettini.
"There were moments it was really tough to come back and hit a ball... But now I'm back and it's thanks to them (his team), my character and my resilience....
This archived item refers to 'Resilient' Berrettini powers into French Open last eight. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
World number one Aryna Sabalenka will face fellow four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka in the first women's Roland Garros night-session match since Sabalenka played Sloane Stephens in the last 16 on June 4, 2023 - a run of 32 consecutive marquee matches.
"I think this match is the best match of the day. Multiple Grand Slam winners so it was for us obvious it should be a night match tonight," said Mauresmo, as she answered questions on the topic on Monday.
"It's going to be a wonderful...
This archived item refers to french Open happy with Sabalenka-Osaka in top slot, but men still have edge. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
World number one Sabalenka will likely face a stern test in her bid to win a maiden Roland Garros crown after suffering an agonising loss to Coco Gauff in last year's final.
A resurgent Osaka has powered into the French Open second week for the first time in her career, looking more at home then ever before on the Parisian clay.
It will be only the fourth meeting, all at the last-16 stage of tournaments, between two of the biggest stars in the sport.
Osaka edged their first encounter en r...
This archived item refers to sabalenka to face Osaka, Berrettini into French Open quarters. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
World number one Sabalenka will likely face a stern test in her bid to win a maiden Roland Garros crown after suffering an agonising loss to Coco Gauff in last year's final.
A resurgent Osaka has powered into the French Open last 16 for the first time in her career, looking more at home then ever before on the Parisian clay.
It will be only the fourth meeting, all at the last-16 stage of tournaments, between two of the biggest stars in the sport.
Osaka edged their first encounter en route...
This archived item refers to sabalenka, Osaka clash in blockbuster French Open tie. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
"I just try to be me on court, try to be happy, try to hit winners, try to hit good shots, try to be entertaining."
-- Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca after delighting the crowd in his four-set win over Casper Ruud.
"She (Elina Svitolina) has paved the way for a lot of Ukrainian girls and boys, and she's doing great. And especially this year, she's doing unbelievable. So excited for this match. I have played with her two years ago, and I know a little bit what to expect, of course. It's go...
This archived item refers to who said what: French Open day 8. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 01/06/2026
The 19-year-old powered his way to a 7-5, 7-6 (10/8), 5-7, 6-2 win in the night match at Roland Garros to reach his maiden Grand Slam quarter-final, where he will face Czech youngster Jakub Mensik.
Fonseca showed a different side to his game after coming back from two sets down against both Dino Prizmic in round two and Djokovic on Friday.
He held off a battling Ruud, a two-time French Open finalist, in a gruelling contest that lasted three hours and 55 minutes and finished at 12:27 am loc...
This archived item refers to brazilian teen Fonseca downs Ruud to reach French Open quarters. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in June 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
The 20-year-old Czech saw off the 11th-seeded Russian 6-3, 7-6 (8/6), 4-6, 2-6, 6-3 on Court Suzanne Lenglen to set up a meeting with Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca.
Mensik, who won the Miami Open last season, posted his previous best performance at a major in Melbourne earlier this year but surpassed that fourth-round run with his victory at the same stage over Rublev in the French capital.
"It was for me super difficult. Even if I was 2-0 up, I felt in some moments that I'm actually los...
This archived item refers to mensik holds off Rublev to book maiden French Open last-eight spot. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
The 32-year-old from suburban Paris captured her seventh career LPGA title and first since the 2023 Maybank Championship in Malaysia.
"To win today it's something very special," Boutier said. "It's a tournament that's very special for me so very excited to be able to have another win here."
Boutier fired a five-under-par 66 in the final round to finish on nine-under 204 at Seaview Golf Club in Galloway, New Jersey.
That was good enough for a one-stroke victory over Thailand's Arpichaya Yu...
This archived item refers to france's Boutier rallies to capture LPGA ShopRite title. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
It is the second time O'Brien has swept the placings in one of France's historic races. Found led home two stablemates in the 2016 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
Constitution Hill thundered home under Ryan Moore to beat Hawk Mountain and Montreal.
"One never thinks such things are possible, and when they do happen it is incredible," said O'Brien.
O'Brien named a whole host of people, including the stable lass who looks after Constitution River, for their contribution to the win.
It was left ...
This archived item refers to constitution River leads home O'Brien 1-2-3 in French Derby. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
The 29-year-old, a three-time runner-up in major finals, eased into the quarter-finals at Roland Garros with a 7-6 (7/3), 6-4, 6-1 win over his 106th-ranked opponent.
With the men's draw certain to produce a first-time Grand Slam champion, Zverev is considered the favourite to be that player as he bids to cast away the unwanted title of tennis' nearly-man.
He overcame an early break of serve in the first set to take the opener in a tie-break.
From then on, it was plain sailing for the big...
This archived item refers to zverev eases into French Open last eight. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
The Frenchman, unfazed by the partisan home crowd, defeated Loh 17-21, 21-15, 21-14.
Lanier secured his second BWF World Tour title of the year, denying the crowd its first local champion since Wee Choon Seng in 1962.
"I knew that I needed to fight really hard and was determined to do that," the 21-year-old Frenchman said.
Lanier regained control of the second game after losing the first and raced to a 13-5 lead, before Loh narrowed the deficit to 13-11.
He admitted to losing focus but m...
This archived item refers to frenchman Lanier breaks local hearts to win Singapore Open badminton. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
The Polish third seed endured a miserable 25th birthday as she went down 7-5, 6-1 to Madrid Open winner Marta Kostyuk.
Since winning Roland Garros in her second appearance at the tournament in 2020, Swiatek had never gone more than two years without hoisting aloft the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen, but after Aryna Sabalenka ended her bid to win a fourth consecutive French Open in the semi-finals last year, she has lost her unbeatable status on clay.
Indeed since last winning in Paris in 2024, Swia...
This archived item refers to swiatek exits French Open, Zverev, Ruud eye quarters. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
Tournament organisers have been subject to repeated criticism from some women's players and fans for scheduling 30 successive men's matches in the primetime night slot since Sabalenka played Sloane Stephens in the last 16 on June 4, 2023.
But two of the sport's biggest stars will end that run on Court Philippe Chatrier in the fourth round.
"I'm so used to not playing night matches here and playing night matches in, like, US Open or something like that that I don't even associate this tourn...
This archived item refers to sabalenka v Osaka first women's French Open night match since 2023. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
Thousands of people poured into the streets of Paris for the match and to revel in PSG's triumph in the final held in the Hungarian capital Budapest late Saturday.
But some mobs clashed with police, around 22,000 of whom were deployed across France after unrest last year when PSG also won the competition.
Highlighting an increased use of fireworks directed at law enforcement, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said in a press briefing 57 security forces were injured and that there had been "2...
This archived item refers to 780 arrested, deadly road accident in riotous PSG victory celebrations across France. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
The 36-year-old downed Chinese world number 148 Wang Xiyu 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) in the last 16 and will next face either Russian eighth seed Mirra Andreeva or Switzerland's 170th-ranked Jil Teichmann.
Cirstea has said she will retire at the end of the season, but hinted she could yet have a rethink after backing up her semi-final run at the Italian Open by equalling her previous best performance at Roland Garros.
"This year, it's going way better than I expected," said Cirstea, who arrived in Par...
This archived item refers to farewell 'going better than expected' for French Open quarter-finalist Cirstea. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
The week-long heatwave helped wreak havoc in the men's draw. After the elimination of a wilting Jannik Sinner and a fading Novak Djokovic in five-setters on consecutive evenings, not a single Grand Slam singles winner is still standing.
The throne is vacant ahead of next Sunday's men's final when a new sun-proof king of clay will be crowned.
For the two men who have reached finals at majors, three-time losers Casper Ruud and Alexander Zverev, the trick will be to focus on Sunday's opponent...
This archived item refers to pressure turns to Zverev, Ruud as French Open week two begins. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 31/05/2026
"For sure we have new Grand Slam champion, but I don't want to think about this."
"You see the draw...and, you know, it's not easy to stay match by match, but I try to do it."
-- Tenth seed Fabio Cobolli tries not to look past Zachary Svajda as he eyes an inviting draw.
"When I saw Sinner was out, I try to stay present and stay positive and just take it day by day, match by match. I knew the draw was open, but I just tried to keep doing what I've been doing, and just see what happens."
-...
This archived item refers to who said what: French Open day 7. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
Some 22,000 police were deployed across France for the game, including 8,000 in Paris, after unrest marred PSG's win in the competition last year. Paris tram lines were halted, several metro stations shut and bus traffic halted in places in bid to minimise disturbances.
According to Paris police, 79 people were detained in the city, of whom 45 were taken into custody. Six vehicles and two businesses were damaged. A police officer was also injured.
As fans celebrated the dramatic penalty s...
This archived item refers to dozens arrested in Paris clashes on PSG victory night: police. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
The fourth seed was defeated in the third round 4-6, 7-6 (7/1), 6-4 by the 28th seed after being a break up in the deciding set.
"I think I've had a few (big wins) before, but I'd put it top three for sure," Potapova said on court after earning a career third win over Gauff.
Despite losing her first service game to open the match, Gauff struck back to break the Russian-born Austrian in the eighth and 10th games and take the lead.
Potapova responded with two consecutive breaks of her own t...
This archived item refers to defending champion Gauff eliminated from French Open by Potapova. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
France, Britain and Portugal have all recorded their hottest days ever for the month of May during the heatwave.
Temperatures remained above 33C in the Paris region Saturday and several other parts of France were above 30C.
The Meteo-France weather service said that "the arrival of a slightly cooler air mass" would bring down temperatures on Saturday night.
But it warned of storms across northern France that would be "localised but sometimes strong with hail and wind gusts" of more than ...
This archived item refers to france warns that strong storms could end deadly heatwave. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
Gauff went down 4-6, 7-6 (7/1), 6-4 to Austrian 28th seed Anastasia Potapova as the top seeds continued to fall in the opening week at Roland Garros.
The 22-year-old fourth seed had been a break up in the deciding set before Potapova put together a run of five games for the loss of just one to condemn Gauff to her earliest Roland Garros exit since her debut in Paris six years ago.
The two-time major winner insisted being the reigning champion had not affected her play, unlike in 2024 when ...
This archived item refers to gauff French Open title defence ends, Sabalenka, Osaka set up last-16 clash. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
The Belarusian top seed ripped through the first set in 29 minutes.
Sabalenka let her momentum drift at the start of the second set as two unforced errors and a double fault allowed Kasatkina to break in the opening game. The Australian then held to love as Sabalenka continued to miss.
The Belarusian took the next three games but faced greater resistance from Kasatkina.
At 6-5, with Kasatkina serving, Sabalenka reasserted her control. She raced to three match points and converted the seco...
This archived item refers to sabalenka quells Kasatkina to march on at French Open. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
On Court Suzanne Lenglen, the Japanese star once again made an eye-catching entry, wearing a gold jacket and a voluminous gold train, an outfit, bracketed by pink tennis sneakers and a black sponsor's visor.
She shed the outer layers to play in another variation of her gold tennis dress, which shone in the blazing sun of the fading Paris heatwave.
After the match, Osaka refused to reveal if she had more outfits lined up in her hotel room.
"I think it's a surprise every time," she said.
T...
This archived item refers to glittering Osaka edges Jovic to prolong French Open run. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
The 23rd-ranked Shnaider won 7-5, 6-1 to go into the fourth round after the build-up to the match had been dominated by Oliynykova, who is ranked 65th, accusing her opponent of "taking money" from a "company financing war crimes".
The players did not shake hands after the match.
During her post-match press conference on Thursday after she had booked her meeting with Shnaider, Oliynykova brandished her phone to show photos of Shnaider playing in an event sponsored by Russian state energy co...
This archived item refers to shnaider beats Oliynykova at French Open. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 30/05/2026
After he lost to French 17-year-old Moise Kouame in a fifth-set tiebreak on Thursday, Vallejo told tennis website Clay that Brazilian umpire Ana Carvalho had not been strong enough in the face of fan support for the local player.
"This sort of match needs to be umpired by a man. It's very difficult for a woman to do it," the 22-year-old said.
"It has to be refereed by a man, because it's a very demanding crowd and you need a lot of strength to go against the crowd."
Vallejo took to soci...
This archived item refers to vallejo apologises for criticising woman umpire at French Open. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
A season after finishing fourth and qualifying for the Champions League qualifying rounds, Nice suffered a dreadful slump that saw them finish in the relegation play-off spot.
But they salvaged their top flight status thanks in no small part to forward Wahi, who joined on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt in January.
Saint Etienne, who were relegated from Ligue 1 last season, finished third in Ligue 2 this season and came through a play-off against Rodez to face Nice.
After a 0-0 draw at Sain...
This archived item refers to wahi scores brace as Nice thump Saint Etienne in French Ligue 1 play-off. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
The Brazilian 19-year-old wrecked Djokovic's bid for a record 25th Grand Slam in the third round as he stormed back to win 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 in a five-hour classic.
Djokovic's defeat blew apart an already unexpectedly open draw, with Jannik Sinner losing in the second round and two-time defending Carlos Alcaraz sidelined by injury.
It is the first time in the Open era no former men's Grand Slam champion has reached the last 16 at a major.
Fonseca is reluctant to look too far ahead t...
This archived item refers to fonseca stays grounded after French Open win over Djokovic. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
"I actually didn't. I just kept playing."
-- Joao Fonseca was asked how he kept believing when he trailed Novak Djokovic by two sets to love.
"I don't think I've done much wrong with my game. He was just better."
-- Djokovic reflects on losing to Fonseca.
"I fully agree with everything she says. I have been doing that in the beginning of the war."
"I just really don't have energy to fight this anymore. I have done it for over one and a half year, and it was difficult for me."
-- Marta...
This archived item refers to who said what: French Open day 6. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
The 19-year-old Fonseca rallied from two sets down for the second straight match to stun Djokovic with a phenomenal display of power-hitting.
Fonseca triumphed 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 after four hours and 53 minutes to make it through to the last 16 of a major for the first time.
Asked how he kept believing after falling behind, Fonseca replied: "I actually didn't.
"I just kept playing. I just enjoyed being on court. What a pleasure it was stepping on court with him (Djokovic) for the fi...
This archived item refers to fonseca blasts Djokovic out of French Open after epic comeback. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
Brazilian teenager Fonseca produced a sensational comeback to erase a two-set deficit and beat Djokovic 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 after nearly five hours on court.
Djokovic was condemned to his earliest exit at Roland Garros since 2009, and left the court making a heart gesture to the Philippe Chatrier crowd.
Asked if he would be back next year, Djokovic twice replied: "I don't know."
The Serbian great has been stuck on 24 majors since the 2023 US Open and may not get a better chance to add...
This archived item refers to 'I don't know': Djokovic unsure on French Open future. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
After he lost to French 17-year-old Moise Kouame in a fifth-set tiebreak on Thursday, Vallejo told tennis website Clay that Brazilian umpire Ana Carvalho had not been strong enough in the face of fan support for the local player.
"This sort of match needs to be umpired by a man. It's very difficult for a woman to do it," the 22-year-old said.
"It has to be refereed by a man, because it's a very demanding crowd and you need a lot of strength to go against the crowd."
The French Tennis Fe...
This archived item refers to french Open to fine Vallejo for criticising woman umpire. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
The 19-year-old Russian survived a break point in the sixth game of the match before breaking herself in the ninth. She then served out comfortably for the set.
Andreeva immediately broke the Czech again to start the second set and then broke again, to love, in the seventh game as she won in one hour 35 minutes.
"I was very happy I was able to close the first set despite missing some shots," said Andreeva on court at the end. "Very happy I was able to play aggressive throughout the match."...
This archived item refers to andreeva sweeps into last 16 at French Open. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
"He will have to undergo heart surgery. The word is always frightening but it doesn't change his future with us in any way. Nothing is in doubt," Mignoni told reporters.
The 25-year-old winger will miss several months including Toulon's last two Top 14 matches this season as well as the beginning of the Nations Championship with the French national team this summer.
Having earned his first cap during the 2026 Six Nations, and with Toulon not involved in the Top 14 play-offs, Drean was a s...
This archived item refers to france rugby star Drean to have heart surgery. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
Swiatek advances to face in-form Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk, who is unbeaten in 14 matches on clay this season following titles in Madrid and Rouen.
Third seed Swiatek dug herself out of an early 2-0 hole against her 35th-ranked opponent who won their most recent meeting at Miami in March.
Swiatek broke three times in the opening set to nose ahead, and then surged into a 4-1 lead in the second set.
She overcame a stumble as she tried to close it out, before wrapping up victory in one hour an...
This archived item refers to swiatek qualifies for French Open last 16. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
The 27-year-old centre-back, who has spent five years on Merseyside since joining from Leipzig, suggested last month that he was "close to an agreement" with Liverpool, the BBC, the Times, the Guardian and other media reported.
However, the reports said that the two parties could not settle on the financial aspects of the deal.
Konate, who will be in the France squad at the World Cup which starts next month, will becomes the third big name to leave Liverpool this summer with Egyptian strik...
This archived item refers to france defender Konate set to leave Liverpool: reports. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 29/05/2026
Djokovic has been stuck on 24 majors since the 2023 US Open but may not get a better chance to add to that haul with Sinner out and Carlos Alcaraz absent in Paris.
Standing in his way on Friday in the third round is Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca, the highly-rated 19-year-old who is itching to make his Grand Slam breakthrough.
"Fonseca has been praised so much in the last couple of years," said Djokovic, who made his Roland Garros debut in 2005, a year before Fonseca was born.
"I think h...
This archived item refers to djokovic meets Fonseca in French Open generation game. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 28/05/2026
The American fourth seed was too strong for the world number 129 on Court Suzanne Lenglen, winning 6-3, 6-2.
Gauff will next face either in-form Austrian 28th seed Anastasia Potapova or Britain's Katie Boulter in the last 32.
"It was a physical match, a tough match, my patience was really tested today," said Gauff.
The 22-year-old, who has reached at least the quarter-finals at Roland Garros in each of the past five years, was not at her best but was never in danger of suffering an upset ...
This archived item refers to defending champion Gauff reaches French Open third round. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 28/05/2026
France's Magnier surged to the line in Pieve di Soligo ahead of Italian pair Edoardo Zambanini and Jonathan Milan to reclaim the points jersey from Jhonatan Narvaez.
It was a third stage win of this year's Giro for Magnier, who rides for Soudal–Quick-Step, and his first since the race left Bulgaria following stage three.
But he had not planned on being in the sprint finish given the stage had a lumpy, punchy end.
Before the stage started, he had said he expected to be bringing up the rear...
This archived item refers to france's Magnier sprints to Giro 18th stage win, Vingegaard in pink. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 28/05/2026
The 17-year-old wildcard survived a comeback from Paraguay's Adolfo Daniel Vallejo to claim a remarkable 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 2-6, 7-6 (10/8) win after four hours and 56 minutes on a raucous, and boiling hot, Court Suzanne Lenglen.
Kouame is the youngest man to reach the last 32 of a major since Nadal at Wimbledon in 2003.
"Frankly, without you, I would never have won this match, never," Kouame told the crowd in his on-court interview.
After wins for Rafael Jodar and Joao Fonseca on Wednesday, ...
This archived item refers to france's Kouame, 17, youngest man into Slam third round since Nadal. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in May 2026.