Week two at Roland-Garros brought exactly the kind of unpredictability that has made the Paris Grand Slam one of the most demanding tournaments in tennis. While several leading contenders continued their progress through the draw, a number of high-profile exits and difficult battles significantly altered the landscape of both the ATP and WTA competitions.
Perhaps the biggest talking point of the week came from the men’s draw, where tournament favourite Jannik Sinner saw his campaign come to an unexpected end. Having entered Paris as one of the strongest contenders for the title, Sinner’s departure immediately reshaped the tournament and opened opportunities for a number of rivals still remaining in contention.
Novak Djokovic continued to navigate the tournament with his trademark composure. The Serbian faced periods of pressure throughout the week but consistently found solutions during critical moments, allowing him to move deeper into the competition. His experience remained evident as matches became increasingly demanding.
Alexander Zverev also enjoyed a productive week in Paris. The German maintained his strong clay-court form, producing several disciplined performances that highlighted both his serving consistency and patience from the baseline. With several top names exiting the draw, Zverev’s position among the remaining contenders strengthened considerably.
Alex de Minaur continued to attract attention with his relentless movement and fighting spirit. The Australian was involved in some of the week’s more physically demanding contests, repeatedly extending rallies and forcing opponents to work for every point. His ability to remain competitive during long exchanges once again proved to be one of his greatest strengths.
Daniil Medvedev’s campaign, however, came to an earlier conclusion than many expected. Despite arriving in Paris with encouraging form, the Russian was unable to build sustained momentum on the clay courts and joined the growing list of notable departures from the men’s draw.
Elsewhere, younger players continued to make headlines. Joao Fonseca’s performances generated considerable interest, while Ben Shelton remained one of the tournament’s most entertaining competitors before eventually exiting the event. Their presence added further depth to an increasingly competitive men’s field.
On the women’s side, Aryna Sabalenka successfully negotiated several difficult moments to remain in contention. While not every match was straightforward, the Belarusian repeatedly demonstrated her ability to raise her level when required. Her power game remained one of the most effective weapons in the tournament.
Defending champion Coco Gauff also continued her progress through the draw. The American faced a number of testing situations but consistently found ways to advance, relying on her movement, defensive skills and improving confidence on clay.
Elena Rybakina’s tournament came under intense scrutiny as one of the leading contenders in the women’s draw. After entering Roland-Garros with strong expectations, her campaign ultimately ended earlier than many had anticipated, creating another significant shift in the balance of the competition.
Mirra Andreeva continued to impress throughout the second week. The young Russian showed remarkable composure in pressure situations and further strengthened her reputation as one of the most exciting talents in women’s tennis.
Marta Kostyuk also produced several strong performances, demonstrating her aggressive baseline game and competitive intensity. Amanda Anisimova’s progress remained one of the more encouraging stories of the tournament, as she continued to build momentum with confident shot-making and disciplined court positioning.
Naomi Osaka’s return to prominence generated significant attention throughout the week. Her performances attracted strong support from spectators and added another compelling storyline to an already eventful tournament.
As the second week progressed, the draw became increasingly defined by survival as much as brilliance. Long matches, shifting momentum and demanding conditions tested every remaining player. Several favourites remain on course for deep runs, but the departures of major names have ensured that the race for the 2026 Roland-Garros titles remains wide open.
With the tournament now entering its decisive stages, the margins between success and elimination continue to narrow, setting the stage for what promises to be a compelling conclusion in Paris.
