The 2026 French Open fourth round delivers generational clashes, come-from-behind thrillers, and a rare Sunday night showdown. Defending champion Coco Gauff is out. Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner are gone. That leaves the draw wide open — and Day 8 at Roland-Garros is must-watch TV. Below: full broadcast schedule for Sunday, May 31 & Monday, June 1 (all times Eastern), live stream options, and match-by-match previews of the biggest fourth-round blockbusters.
🎾 French Open 2026 Fourth Round TV Schedule
Sunday, May 31 – Day 8 (Paris is +6 hours ET). Coverage starts 5:00 AM ET on TNT, truTV & HBO Max.
Women’s Fourth Round – Morning Session (Sunday)
| Match (Seed) | Time (ET) | Court | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|
| (15) M. Kostyuk vs. (3) I. Swiatek | 5:00 AM | Philippe-Chatrier | TNT / HBO Max |
| (18) S. Cirstea vs. Xiyu Wang | 5:00 AM | Suzanne-Lenglen | truTV / HBO Max |
| (7) E. Svitolina vs. (11) B. Bencic | 6:30 AM | Philippe-Chatrier | TNT / HBO Max |
| (8) M. Andreeva vs. J. Teichmann | 8:30 AM | Suzanne-Lenglen | truTV / HBO Max |
Men’s Fourth Round – Afternoon & Evening Session (Sunday)
| Match (Seed) | Time (ET) | Court | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|
| (27) R. Jodar vs. P. Carreno Busta | 6:30 AM | Suzanne-Lenglen | truTV / HBO Max |
| (LL) J. de Jong vs. (2) A. Zverev | 9:30 AM | Court TBA | TNT / HBO Max |
| (26) J. Mensik vs. (11) A. Rublev | 10:00 AM | Suzanne-Lenglen | truTV / HBO Max |
| (15) C. Ruud vs. (28) J. Fonseca | 2:15 PM | Philippe-Chatrier | TNT / HBO Max ⭐ |
(1) Aryna Sabalenka vs. (16) Naomi Osaka · Monday, June 1 at approx. 2:15 PM ET on Court Philippe-Chatrier (TNT / HBO Max).
The match that feels like a final: world No.1 vs. four-time major champion.
📡 How to Watch Roland-Garros 2026 in the US
Warner Bros. Discovery holds exclusive US broadcast rights. Here are your options for every match, every court.
📺 TNT / truTV
Marquee matches on cable. Included with YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV.
🎬 HBO Max (Max)
Best value: Every court, full replay, no cable needed. Starting $19.99/mo (Disney+ bundle available).
🆓 DirecTV Stream
5‑day free trial → covers Sunday–final. Cancel anytime.
💰 SlingTV (Orange+Blue)
First month $29.99 includes TNT/truTV. Budget-friendly.
🔥 Fourth-Round Blockbusters: Previews & Predictions
Two-time finalist Casper Ruud saved two match points against Tommy Paul. Teenager Joao Fonseca (19) stunned Novak Djokovic in a 4h53m thriller, becoming the youngest to beat Djokovic at a Slam. Head‑to‑head: first meeting. Key: Fonseca’s fearless power vs. Ruud’s clay‑court grit. Prediction: Ruud in 4 — but expect fireworks.
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka aims for first RG title; has reached QF or better at 13 straight majors. Naomi Osaka is playing the best clay tennis of her career, pushing Sabalenka to three sets in Madrid. H2H: Sabalenka leads 2-1 (1-0 on clay). Prediction: Sabalenka in three tight sets.
Iga Swiatek is 43-3 all‑time at Roland‑Garros & has never lost a 4R match in Paris. But Marta Kostyuk arrives on a 15‑match winning streak (titles in Rouen, Madrid). H2H: Swiatek 3-0 (never lost a set). Prediction: Swiatek in three — Kostyuk makes her fight.
With Djokovic & Sinner gone, Alexander Zverev becomes the title favorite. Lucky loser Jesper de Jong (ranked 118) already upset Khachanov. H2H: Zverev 2-0. Outlook: de Jong plays free, but Zverev’s power prevails.
19-year-old Rafael Jodar (rising star) faces 34-year‑old veteran Pablo Carreno Busta. Experience vs. youthful explosion. Prediction: Carreno Busta in 4 sets — but Jodar’s moment is coming.
🗓️ French Open 2026 Remaining Schedule
| Round | Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| Fourth Round (conclusion) | May 31 – June 1 |
| Quarterfinals | June 2 – June 3 |
| Women’s Semifinals | June 4 |
| Men’s Semifinals | June 5 |
| Women’s Final | June 6 |
| Men’s Final | June 7 |
❓ Quick Answers: French Open TV Guide
- What time does French Open coverage start today? 5:00 AM ET (TNT, truTV, HBO Max).
- What channel is the French Open on? TNT and truTV for cable; HBO Max for streaming every court.
- How can I watch the French Open for free? DirecTV Stream’s 5‑day free trial (covers Sunday through final).
- What time is Ruud vs. Fonseca? Sunday, May 31 at 2:15 PM ET on Philippe‑Chatrier.
- What time is Sabalenka vs. Osaka? Monday, June 1 at approx. 2:15 PM ET (TNT/HBO Max).
- Can I watch replays? Yes – HBO Max offers full replays on demand.
