French Open features women’s night match for first time since 2023
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The 2026 French Open marks a significant shift with its first women’s night match since 2023. World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka faces four-time champion Naomi Osaka in a highly anticipated fourth-round contest. Night matches for women have been limited, with only four out of 50 since their introduction at Roland Garros. Tournament organizers hope to balance scheduling by considering quick doubles matches after potentially brief singles contests. Osaka expressed her excitement about the night match, affirming the importance of visibility in women's tennis.
- •Women’s night match first since 2023 at Roland Garros.
- •Aryna Sabalenka vs. Naomi Osaka scheduled for local prime time.
- •Limited women's night matches have sparked criticism over scheduling disparities.
- •Osaka emphasized the importance of having women's matches in prime slots.
- •Tournament looking to adapt scheduling with potential doubles matches.
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