Paris – June 8, 2026: This sports weekend unfolding in France and beyond delivered numerous impressive events. In tennis, Alexander Zverev achieved a historic victory, while rugby and football saw several surprising results capturing attention.
In tennis, Alexander Zverev won his first Grand Slam title at the French Open. The 29-year-old German player defeated Italy’s Flavio Cobolli 6:1, 4:6, 6:4, 6:7(5), 6:1 in a fierce five-set final. Over more than four hours of play, Zverev bounced back from a long slump and injury struggles to return to the top. After his victory, he said, “Thank you to the fans! Winning here after so many ups and downs is truly special.”
In the women’s category, 19-year-old Russian player Mirra Andreeva won the title. She defeated world number one, Belarusian player Aryna Sabalenka 6:4, 3:6, 6:3 in the French Open final to claim her first major title. Recently entering the WTA top 100, Andreeva demonstrated dazzling performance.
In rugby, Union Bordeaux-Bègles (UBB) fell short of fans’ expectations. Despite a solid season, they ultimately finished 7th in the Top 14 round, missing qualification for the French championship final. It was especially painful for UBB to narrowly miss the top 6, losing the chance to compete for the title.
In football, FC Metz caused a sensation on the European stage. In the UEFA Europa League, the Lorraine team won the title by defeating Spanish club Real Sociedad 2:1 in the final. Goals were scored by French national Amin Guiri and Senegalese striker Boulaye Dia. Coach Frédéric Antonetti expressed pride, saying, “This victory is an event that will remain in the history of our club and city. We fought fiercely to reach this point, and this success is the reward.”
Meanwhile, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, the key stages of the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes cycling race thrilled many racing fans. Exciting races, unexpected outcomes, and touching moments combined to provide a colorful spectacle of French sports.
Last weekend once again showcased the diversity and passion of sports across various fields, from tennis courts, rugby stadiums, football arenas, to cycling roads. The outstanding performances of athletes and teams will be remembered for a long time and proved the charm and brilliance of sports on the international stage.