Sinner dominates the French Open, but tennis players are…

Sinner dominates the French Open, but tennis players are fighting for higher prize money

24.05.2026 09:00 HotInfo

The international tennis world is preparing for the French Open in Paris, which will begin its competition in the coming days. Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner enters the tournament as the clear favorite. Sinner has dominated this season with authority – of his 38 matches this year, he has lost only two, to Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open and to Jakub Mensik in Doha. His dominance is so pronounced that the tennis world is discussing the tournament's potential predictability. BBC News ↗ Le Figaro ↗

The competition remains considerably weakened. Carlos Alcaraz is preparing with the help of his compatriot Rafael Nadal, whose experience winning at Roland Garros is invaluable. Alexander Zverev is counted among the other title contenders. On the women's side, by contrast, a broader field of favorites appears likely, with Czech tennis player Karolína Muchová among the Czech hopes for the tournament. idnes.cz ↗ Le Figaro ↗

In parallel with the tennis battles, however, a conflict over financial rewards is brewing in the background. Tennis players are criticizing the Grand Slam tournament organizers for insufficient prize money and are demanding increases. Although no official strike will take place during the tournament, players are planning various forms of protest. Their supporters include legend Boris Becker, who has publicly voiced his support for professional tennis players in their dispute over money. The first day of the French Open will bring a meeting between Mpetshi Perricard, Bonzi, Djokovic, and Zverev. Tagesspiegel ↗ Tagesspiegel ↗

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