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French Open Night Sessions Exclude Women, Draw Sexism Accusations

Players call prime-time omissions at Roland Garros a sign of sexism that undervalues women’s tennis.

Jabeur criticised the French Open organisers, saying: “I don’t think they have daughters”
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Overview

  • This year’s French Open features zero women’s matches in the prime-time night sessions at Court Philippe-Chatrier.
  • Ons Jabeur, Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek have publicly demanded equal night scheduling to boost visibility and demonstrate women’s entertainment value.
  • Tournament director Amelie Mauresmo has defended the current practice, insisting the absence of women’s matches at night is not a comment on their worth.
  • Jannik Sinner expressed support for future inclusion of women’s night matches and noted that scheduling authority lies with tournament organizers.
  • Critics say reserving prime-time for men perpetuates sexism and ignores the proven audience appeal of women’s tennis.