French Open: Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiztek are tennis' rising stars

Carlos Alcaraz is among the favorites to win the men's section of the French Open. He has won four ATP titles this year. Justine Henine and Alexander Zverev have praised him.   The women's tournament has been unpredictable for the last 10 years. There have been eight different winners in the women’s section. The men's event is played on clay.

Carlos Alcaraz is aiming for his first grand slam title at the French Open. Nadal is the defending champion. Djokovic is world number one and recently won his title in Rome. Danill Medvedev is closing in on the world No1 spot. Next generation players, Zverev and Tsitsipasas need to perform at grand slams.

Iga Swiatek is on a 28-match winning streak and is the favorite to win the French Open. She is traveling with a psychologist to prepare for the pressure of tennis. Naomi Osaka and Simona Halep could also play in Paris. The tournament could be the grand slam where tennis’ future becomes clearer. The biggest names in the WTA have not been contenders of late. Ash Barty retired from the sport this year. Carlos Alcaraz and Iga swiztek are tennis' rising stars.