The men’s quarterfinals at the French Open have begun, and with so many injuries and early upsets, this year’s tournament will see first-time champions on both the men’s and women’s sides. One of the big matches to watch today is between No. 2 Alexander Zverev of Germany and Spain’s Rafael Jodar, currently ranked No. 27. The two will face off at 10 a.m. ET on Tuesday.

Today’s 2026 French Open match between Zverev and Jodar will air on TNT, with all the action also streaming on HBO Max. Here’s what to know about watching the 2026 French Open live, including the full schedule, where to stream for less in the U.S., and more.

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How to watch Alexander Zverev vs. Rafael Jodar at the 2026 French Open: 

Date: June 2

Time: 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT

Location: Stade Roland-Garros, Paris

TV channel: TNT

Streaming: HBO Max

When is the Alexander Zverev vs. Rafael Jodar match at the 2026 French Open? 

The quarterfinal match between Alexander Zverev and Rafael Jodar is on Tuesday, June 2 and is expected to start at 10 a.m. ET.

What channel is the Alexander Zverev vs. Rafael Jodar match at the 2026 French Open on? 

Tuesday’s match will air on TNT. Every match of the tournament will also stream on HBO Max.

Where to watch the French Open without cable: 

HBO Max

HBO Max is home to great shows like Euphoria,The Pitt, Industry, as well as tons of sports programming, including the 2026 French Open. Games that are broadcast on networks like TNT, TBS, and truTV are all available to stream for HBO Max Standard plan subscribers. 

Ad-free Standard or Premium plans start at $18.49/month.

Disney

The Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max bundle gets you access to all three popular streamers. You can go for ads ($19.99/month) or go ad-free ($32.99/month).

If you don’t already have access to these platforms, this is an option that really covers your bases. You’ll get three vast content libraries, fully stocked with everything Marvel and Disney princesses (new and old). You’re also getting Hulu’s robust catalog of shows on demand the day after they air, including the latest episodes of Abbott Elementary, Grey’s Anatomy. With HBO Max, you’ll get the most recent seasons ofThe Pitt and Industry, and plenty more.

How to watch the 2026 French Open for less with a VPN: 

If you want to catch every match of the French Open and don’t subscribe to HBO Max or a live TV streaming service, in Australia, a majority of the action is streaming free with ads on 9Now, and in France, france.tv will have all-day sessions through quarter-finals (and co-broadcast for semis and finals)

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Don’t live in either of those places? Don’t worry: You can still stream using a VPN (virtual private network). A VPN helps protect your data, masks your IP address, and is perhaps most popular for its usefulness in the age of streaming.

Looking to try a VPN for the first time? This guide breaks down the best VPN options for every kind of user.

ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN offers “internet without borders,” meaning you can tune in to international broadcasts or add a layer of privacy and security to your internet browsing.

ExpressVPN’s added protection, speed, and range of location options make it an excellent choice for first-time VPN users looking to stretch their streaming abilities.

Currently, ExpressVPN is running a huge sale with discounts of up to 78%, starting at $2.79/month on a 2-year plan, plus you can get 4 months free on all plans. You can check out all the plan options here. During this sale, Basic Plan costs $78 total for a 28-month subscription, Advanced Plans cost $101, and Pro Plans run $168.

Surfshark

With a Surfshark VPN, you can connect to the web privately from just about anywhere. This high-speed VPN allows you to surf the web free of ads, cookie pop-ups, and trackers and provides a secure connection with protection from malware and viruses, too.

Right now, Surfshark is offering a huge discount on 2-year plans. Subscribe for 24 months for just $1.99/month, and you’ll also get 3 additional months free.

Who is playing in the 2026 French Open? 

With defending champion Carlos Alcaraz out of the tournament (and the upcoming Wimbledon) and Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic out after shocking losses, the men’s field will welcome a first time champion this year, could it be Felix Auger-Aliassime? Frances Tiafoe? Alexander Zverev?

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On the women’s side, defending champ Coco Gauff is already out, but Aryna Sabalenka is still in it to win it, as are hopefuls like Miira Andreeva and Elina Svitolina.

2026 French Open schedule: 

All times Eastern

Friday, May 29

Women’s and men’s singles third round + Mixed doubles first round + Women’s and men’s doubles second round: 5 a.m. ET

Saturday, May 30

Women’s and men’s singles third round + Women’s, men’s and mixed doubles second round: 5 a.m. ET

Sunday, May 31

Women’s and men’s singles round of 16 + Women’s and men’s doubles third round + Mixed doubles second round + Junior singles first round: 5 a.m. ET

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Monday, June 1

Women’s and men’s singles round of 16 + Women’s and men’s doubles third round + Mixed doubles quarter-finals + Junior singles first and second rounds + Junior doubles first round: 5 a.m. ET

Tuesday, June 2

Women’s and men’s singles quarter-finals + Women’s, men’s and mixed doubles quarter-finals + Wheelchair tennis first round + Junior singles second round + Junior doubles first and second rounds + Trophée des Légendes by Emirates: 5 a.m. ET

Wednesday, June 3

Women’s and men’s singles quarter-finals + Women’s and men’s doubles quarter-finals + Mixed doubles semi-finals + Wheelchair tennis first and second rounds + Junior singles third round + Junior doubles second round + Trophée des Légendes by Emirates: 5 a.m. ET

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Thursday, June 4

Women’s singles semi-finals (not before 9 a.m. ET) + Mixed doubles final + Men’s doubles semi-finals + Wheelchair tennis second round and semi-finals + Junior singles and doubles quarter-finals + Trophée des Légendes by Emirates: 5 a.m. ET

Friday, June 5

Men’s singles semi-finals (not before 8:30 a.m. ET, then not before 1 p.m. ET) + Women’s doubles semi-finals + Wheelchair tennis semi-finals + Junior singles and doubles semi-finals + Trophée des Légendes by Emirates: 5 a.m. ET

Saturday, June 6

Women’s singles final (not before 9 a.m. ET) + Men’s doubles final + Wheelchair tennis finals + Junior singles and doubles finals + Trophée des Légendes by Emirates: 5 a.m. ET

Sunday, June 7

Men’s singles final (not before 9 a.m. ET) + Women’s doubles final + Trophée des Légendes by Emirates: 5 a.m. ET