Viewership records set by Roland-Garros in France and Spain

The epic clash between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner captivated fans and drew a staggering 5.5 million viewers in France alone — the highest audience for a men’s match at Roland-Garros in 14 years.

The five-hour, 29-minute final held audiences in suspense and immediately entered the ranks of the most-watched tennis broadcasts of the decade.

In Spain, Alcaraz’s victory became the most-watched sporting event outside of football. Second only to the UEFA Nations League final between Spain and Portugal, the match drew 1.15 million viewers on DMAX (11.8% share), despite the channel’s limited distribution. Including Eurosport 1, total viewership reached 2.2 million and a 22.8% market share.

One day earlier, the women’s final also delivered exceptional numbers. Coco Gauff’s win over Aryna Sabalenka attracted 3.15 million viewers on France 2, peaking at 5.1 million — with a 40.5% audience share during the closing moments. The data underscores the continued momentum in women’s tennis viewership.

These standout figures will undoubtedly draw increased attention from sponsors, especially as tennis audiences continue to skew younger. Gauff’s post-match activity on TikTok exemplifies how the next generation of players is helping the sport connect with digital-first fans.