On this Saturday, June 8, it’s time for the ladies’ final at Roland-Garros.
The essential
- On this Saturday, June 8 at Roland-Garros, Iga Swiatekwinner of the last two editions, faces the surprise Jasmine Paolini in the final (3:00 p.m.).
- The final of the men’s table will oppose this Sunday Carlos Alcarazwinner in five sets of Jannik Sinner, to Alexander Zverev, who knocked down Casper Ruud in four sets.
- Follow the progress of the scores and the results live.
Live
22:30 – Four years later, Alexander Zverev is back in the final of a Grand Slam
At the US Open, the German lost to Thiem in five sets: “I was leading two sets to zero, I was two points away from winning the match… But, I wasn’t ready to win my first Grand Slam! I was a child, I didn’t understand this unique meaning. I’m no longer a kid today: if not now, when (laughs)? This is my eleventh year on the circuit, I still love the game. I love these courts… And… I have the opportunity to win my first Grand Slam on Sunday!”
22:16 – Alexander Zverev: “I’m happy to reach the final after four semi-finals at Roland-Garros”
After beating Ruud, the German said: “I can’t describe how I feel. I’m happy. There are so many good and bad memories on this court. I’m happy to reach the final after four semi-finals at Roland Garros, in the first set, Ruud stopped me from playing my game. I was beaten quickly last year, and it was a bit like this meeting. I had to be more aggressive. . I was able to do it today. I’m happy to be there. At the end of the second set, I felt that Casper was diminished and in difficulty, especially with his movements. played to the end. He’s a great champion, and a beautiful person. He’ll be back soon.”
22:07 – Zverev joins Alcaraz in the Roland-Garros final (6-2, 2-6, 4-6, 2-6)
Facing a Casper Ruud weakened by stomach aches, the German had a solid match, relying in particular on the quality of his service. He won in four sets and in 2h35.
22:07 – Two match points!
He is in his classic pattern, with a winning backhand along the line.
22:06 – Zverev is two points from the match
One more ace in the German’s pocket (30-15).
22:05 – Zverev recovers
The German overwhelmed his opponent by relying on an almost winning service (15-15).
22:04 – Zverev serves to win the match
Ruud pockets the first point thanks to a huge forehand (00-15).
22:03 – Zverev heads towards the Roland-Garros final (2-5)
The German places another winning shot thanks to a backhand along the line.
22:02 – Zverev gets a double break point
Ruud’s forehand was too long (30-40). It looks like a match ball!
22:01 – Zverev lets out a cry of rage!
On an outside serve from Ruud, the German went around the post to plant his opponent (30-30). The latter, sporty, applauds.
21:59 – Zverev gets a little closer to the final (2-4)
The German ended his engagement with an ace.
21:56 – Ruud tries everything for everything
The Norwegian rushes to the net, but Zverev is efficient in passing (40-15).
21:54 – Ruud validates a new game (2-3)
Zverev made a backhand foul. In his chair, the German takes the opportunity to inject himself with insulin. As a reminder, he is diabetic.
21:53 – Ruud does not give up
Trailing 15-30, the Norwegian placed an ace diagonally.
21:49 – Zverev does not tremble (1-3)
Despite a thunderous return from Ruud, the German made a diagonal topspin! The Norwegian applauds.
The overloaded calendar does not change the dates of Roland-Garros which takes place from May 20, 2024 with the start of qualifying to Sunday June 9, 2024, the day of the men’s final.
If the ticketing system remains as in previous years, tickets will now be 100% dematerialized. There will be three phases. The first tickets will be sold to club presidents and then to licensees of the French Tennis Federation, before the ticket office opens to the general public on Wednesday March 13 at 10 a.m. You need to pay at least €39 for access to the side courts during the main tournament, and €50 minimum to have a place in the stands of the Philippe Chatrier court. Resales of places are also planned in the run-up to the tournament and during the fortnight.
The overall allocation for Roland-Garros 2024 was revealed on April 25, 2024. In 2024 the overall allocation is up 7.8% compared to last year, and amounts to 53.478 million euros according to the press release. of Roland Garros.
Roland Garros broadcasters in 2024, France TV and Amazon Prime (subscribe to Amazon Prime Video) have renewed their contract until 2027. France Télévisions will broadcast all of the day’s matches whileAmazon Prime will broadcast the 11 night sessions from the first Sunday to the last Wednesday of the tournament. Unlike last year, Amazon Prime will no longer have the exclusivity of matches on Simonne Matthieu. The two media outlets reached an agreement. They will co-broadcast the semi-finals of the women’s and men’s singles draws, the women’s and men’s doubles and the mixed doubles final.