Flushing Meadows is very close to an area of Queens known as Little Manila because of the large Filipino community, and they flocked to Grandstand Court on Sunday to cheer on 20-year-old Eala, one of the rising stars of the women’s tour.

Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff might add another chapter to their rivalry at Roland Garros, less than a year after meeting in the French Open final. Gauff won that match 6-7(5-7), 6-2, 6-4, securing her second career Grand Slam title.

The world No. 1 arrived to Paris early to maximize her preparation for the second major tournament of 2026, and has hit the practice court with the likes of Karolina Muchova—who won their 2023 semifinal on the terre battue —and Zheng Qinwen.

Australian Open defending champion Aryna Sabalenka has joked she is “getting really close to my retirement” — but says her ideal future includes a break from tennis before returning as a mother.

Coco Gauff is gearing up to play at the 2026 French Open. The main draw for the women’s singles gets underway at Roland Garros on Sunday, May 24. The 22-year-old American is the defending