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Sania Mirza believes the National Sports Governance Act, allowing athletes in administration, can revolutionize indian tennis. She stressed the need for a quality national training center and robust support systems for players, including physios and medical teams. While acknowledging a current void in women's tennis, Mirza expressed optimism about emerging talent making a Grand Slam impact soon.

The French Open 2026 is set to bring two weeks of thrilling clay-court tennis action from Roland Garros in Paris. Fans in India can watch the tournament live on Sony Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on SonyLIV and FanCode. Top stars including Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff will compete for Grand Slam glory.

In a stunning upset at the 2026 French Open, 21-year-old Nishesh Basavareddy, ranked 148th, defeated World No. 9 Taylor Fritz in a thrilling four-set match. This marks Basavareddy's first top-10 career win and a significant milestone for the Indian-origin American, who earned his wildcard spot through the USTA's challenge. The young talent continues his Roland Garros debut.

World No. 3 Alexander Zverev has responded to criticism surrounding his recent comments about Jannik Sinner and the current hierarchy in men’s tennis. The German star faced backlash after suggesting that Sinner was clearly ahead of the rest of the ATP Tour, while placing himself alongside Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz just behind the Italian.

Naomi Osaka opened her 2026 French Open campaign with a straight-sets win over Laura Siegemund, but it was her striking custom Nike outfit that stole headlines in Paris. Designed by Kevin Germanier, the gold sequined look sparked major attention before and after the match, continuing Osaka’s tradition of high-fashion Grand Slam entrances as she advanced to the second round.

Former tennis star Sania Mirza believes Jannik Sinner is the clear favourite for the men’s singles title at the French Open, especially with Carlos Alcaraz out of contention. In the women’s draw, she called the competition “very open” and backed Mirra Andreeva as a potential surprise champion. Mirza also said Novak Djokovic remains a dangerous contender despite his age and recent Grand Slam struggles.

India's young tennis talents, Manas Dhamne and Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi, are honing their skills in Europe. Sixteen-year-old Revathi, now embracing clay courts, is preparing for the Junior French Open. Her coach emphasised on building confidence and a strong junior ranking for a future transition to the pro tour.

Jannik Sinner won the Italian Open after beating Casper Ruud in Rome and became only the second man after Novak Djokovic to complete the Career Golden Masters. The world No. 1 has now won six straight Masters titles and heads into the French Open as the clear favorite. Sinner’s dominance is already drawing comparisons with Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Djokovic.

Long-time members of Delhi Gymkhana Club describe it as a second home, deeply integrated into family life, friendships, and daily routines for decades. The institution fostered a sense of community and belonging, offering a cherished space for recreation, personal refuge, and cultural expression.

Aaron Rai, a British golfer of Indian heritage, has achieved a historic victory at the 2026 PGA Championship, becoming the first of Indian origin to win a major golf title. His understated precision and remarkable 68-foot birdie putt secured his win against top players, marking a significant moment for Indian golf and diaspora success.

Venus Williams will return to the French Open at age 45 in women’s doubles with Hailey Baptiste. While many fans are excited to see the tennis icon back at Roland Garros, others continue criticizing her wildcard opportunities after 10 straight losses. Former world No. 1 Yevgeny Kafelnikov and several fans believe younger players deserve those tournament spots instead.