Roland-Garros 2026 predictions: Alcaraz, Sinner and Swia…

THE Roland Garros 2026 short of May 24 to June 7 at Roland Garros in Paris. After one of the biggest finals in tennis history in 2025, anticipation for this year’s tournament is at an all-time high. Here are our predictions to find out who will win the trophies on Parisian clay.

Favorites in men’s singles

1. Carlos Alcaraz – Going for the Hat-Trick

The Spanish is the double reigning champion after winning back-to-back titles in 2024 and 2025. His 2025 final against Jannik Sinner became the longest Roland Garros final of all time at 5 hours and 29 minutes, where Alcaraz saved three championship points before winning 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6[10-2].

At only 22 years old, Alcaraz has already won 6 Grand Slam titles: two each at Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open. His combination of power, touch and incredible court coverage makes him the favorite on clay.

Current ranking: World No. 1

Odds: 6/4 co-favorite

2. Jannik Sinner – Chasing Career Grand Slam

The Italian made history Wimbledon 2025thus becoming the first Italian to win the title. It now enters 2026 with a single mission: win Roland Garros to complete career Grand Slam.

“Clay will be a big focus for us next year,” said coach Darren Cahill. Sinner pushed Alcaraz to the absolute limit in last year’s final and will be even more motivated to break through in Paris.

Current ranking: World No. 2

Odds: 6/4 co-favorite

3. Alexander Zverev – The eternal competitor

The German has reached several Roland Garros semi-finals and finals but is still looking for his first Roland Garros title. At 28, his powerful baseline game and improved consistency make him a real threat on clay.

Current ranking: World No. 3

Odds: 8/1

Dark Horses – Men’s Draw

• Lorenzo Musetti (Italy) – Reached his first French Open semi-final in 2025, as well as finals in Monte Carlo and semi-finals in Madrid and Rome. Only 23 years old and improving quickly.
• Arthur Son (France) – The 20-year-old has become the darling of French tennis with a title in Lyon and a place in the world top 15. His serve is “a cannon” and his forehand “cracks from impossible angles”. Support from the local public will be massive.
• Casper Ruud (Norway) – Two-time finalist at Roland Garros who proved he could beat anyone on clay.
• Novak Djokovic (Serbia) – At 38, never count out the 24-time Grand Slam champion. His tactical genius remains elite.

Favorites in women’s singles

1. Coco Gauff – The reigning champion

The American asked for it first title at Roland Garros in 2025defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the final. At 22, Gauff has now won two Grand Slam tournaments (US Open 2023, Roland Garros 2025) and has proven she can handle the pressure of defending a major title.

Her improved serve, powerful groundstrokes and exceptional court coverage make her ideally suited to clay.

Current ranking: World No. 3

Odds: 3/1

2. Aryna Sabalenka – The threat of power

Belarusian is the current World No. 1 and added consistency to his explosive game. After losing to Gauff in the final last year, she will be hungry for revenge in Paris.

Current ranking: World No. 1

Odds: 5/2

3. Iga Swiatek – The Queen of Clay

The Polish superstar won 4 Roland-Garros titles (2020, 2022, 2023, 2024) and remains one of the most dominant clay court players of all time. Her heavy forehand and relentless intensity make her dangerous on the red clay.

After losing to Gauff in 2025, Swiatek will be determined to reclaim her throne at Roland Garros.

Current ranking: World No. 2

Odds: 9/4

Dark Horses – Women’s Draw

• Mirra Andreeva (Russia) – The rapidly improving 18-year-old has reached the semi-finals of the French Open 2025. At her price, she could be the best value pick in the tournament.
• Jasmin Paolini (Italy) – 2024 finalist with a fan-favorite playstyle. Consistent and dangerous on clay.
• Zheng Qinwen (China) – 2024 Australian Open finalist looking to add a title at Roland Garros.
• Elena Rybakina (Kazakhstan) – Powerful play that can overwhelm anyone on any surface.

Key scenarios from Roland-Garros 2026

The Sincaraz era continues

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner share the final 8 Grand Slam titles between them – four each. Neither is 25 yet, but they have reigned virtually unopposed for two seasons. Alcaraz leads their head-to-head 10-6, but their matches are always epic.

A potential final between these two would be box office tennis at its finest.

Sinner’s career Grand Slam bid

With titles at the Australian Open (2024, 2025), US Open (2024) and Wimbledon (2025), Sinner only needs the French Open to complete the career Grand Slam. The pressure will be immense, but so will his motivation.

Alcaraz joked about their situation: “I would trade Australia for Roland Garros with Jannik.”

Gauff’s title defense

Coco Gauff became only the sixth American woman to win Roland Garros in 2025. Can she become the first American woman to defend the title since Serena Williams?

Swiatek’s redemption

After winning four of the previous five French Opens, Swiatek will be desperate to reclaim her title. His record at Roland Garros (37-3 career) speaks for itself.

When to watch the best matches

The events of the 2026 Roland Garros championship:

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