Roland Garros 2026 Qualifiers Begin Monday with Goffin and Stephens

The first day of the 2026 French Open qualifying matches is set for Monday, 18 May. The tournament will host the opening round of qualifiers at Stade Roland‑Garros. Organisers have released the official programme for the opening day. The schedule lists the match times and courts for all participants. Among the men’s draw, Belgium’s David Goffin is slated to compete. Goffin, a former top‑10 player, will start his campaign on the outer courts. The women’s qualifying includes former Grand Slam champion Sloane Stephens. Stephens, a 2021 US Open winner, will aim to secure a main‑draw spot. The day also features a sizable French presence, with numerous home players scheduled across the courts. The French contingent adds local interest to the early rounds. The French Open, held in Paris, traditionally hosts a large domestic field in qualifying. Fans anticipate strong performances from the French players. Organisers expect the qualifiers to set the tone for the main tournament later in May. Supporters will watch for potential breakthrough performances.