Sinner and Sabalenka Lead Favorites for 2026 French Open

The 2026 French Open, set to begin on May 24, features Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka as the top favorites in the men's and women's singles categories, respectively. According to Opta's predictions, Sinner has a 20.44% chance of winning his first French Open title, while Sabalenka is slightly favored in the women's draw with a 7.74% probability.

Last year's tournament saw historic results, with top-ranked players experiencing unexpected exits. Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz will be absent this year, increasing Sinner's stakes as he aims for a career Grand Slam.

Novak Djokovic, despite a disappointing exit in Rome, remains a strong contender with an 11.97% chance of lifting the trophy. Other notable contenders include Alex Bublik and Alexander Zverev, while Pablo Llama Ruiz is projected as a potential surprise in the men's draw.

In the women's competition, Elena Rybakina and former world number one Iga Swiatek are expected to challenge Sabalenka, with Janic Tjen identified as a possible giant killer.