Tennis Weekly — June 3, 2026
Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic's shock early exits from the French Open have guaranteed a new men's champion at Roland-Garros for the first time in years. Meanwhile, several top players battle injuries: Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen broke down in tears after a defeat, while Amanda Anisimova returned to competition following two months sidelined with a wrist injury.
Tennis Weekly — June 3, 2026
Tournament Recap
The 2026 French Open is delivering unexpected drama in the men's draw. Both defending-era champion Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic suffered shocking defeats in the early rounds, eliminating them from title contention and guaranteeing a fresh Grand Slam champion for the first time since 2023.
The women's competition continues at Roland-Garros, with Coco Gauff defending her title amid fierce competition from top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka and rising challengers.
Player Spotlight
Zheng Qinwen's Emotional Struggle: Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen broke down in tears following her French Open defeat, continuing a difficult injury recovery period. Since winning Olympic gold at the 2024 Paris Games, Qinwen has been plagued by right elbow injuries that required surgery in July 2025. She returned to competition in February 2026 after five months out, but has won only seven matches this year, with her best performances limited to occasional patches of form.
Amanda Anisimova's Comeback: American Amanda Anisimova is staging a grateful return to competition at Roland-Garros after missing two months due to a left wrist injury. She opened her 2026 French Open campaign with a straight-sets victory over France's Sarah Rakotomanga on May 25, marking an important step in her recovery on the courts where her career once flourished.
Coming Up
The French Open quarterfinals feature Alexander Zverev, Mariano-David Fonseca, and others competing for spots in the semifinals. Betting analysts highlight strong value opportunities in quarterfinal matchups.
Following Roland-Garros, the ATP and WTA Tours will shift focus to grass-court season with the prestigious Queen's Club Championships, where 44-year-old Serena Williams has announced a sensational comeback attempt alongside likely Wimbledon participation.
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