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French Open Scheduling Criticized by Gauff and Jabeur Over Women's Night Slots

Amélie Mauresmo argues that a quick two-set women’s match may not justify the single ticketed night session

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Overview

  • Night sessions on Court Philippe Chatrier have featured just four women’s singles matches out of 44 since 2021, with none played under the lights since 2023.
  • Coco Gauff said women’s matches “are worthy of a night spot” and called it unfair to schedule them after men’s contests that can start past 11 p.m.
  • Ons Jabeur described the absence of women’s night play as detrimental to women's sports and challenged the organizers’ priorities.
  • Tournament director Amélie Mauresmo remains unmoved on adding a women’s night match and has not signaled any changes to the existing format.
  • French Tennis Federation president Gilles Moretton says evening lineups reflect spectator demand, although four-time champion Iga Swiatek has expressed satisfaction with daytime play.