Austrian Moments of Glory at the French Open: From Muster to Thiem and Tagger
However, Roland Garros is also the scene of numerous Austrian moments of glory. The first occurred in 1995 when Thomas Muster won the tournament. With his final victory over Michael Chang, the "King of Clay" crowned his incredible spring season on the red dirt - remaining undefeated on the surface for 40 consecutive matches.
Fifteen years later, Jürgen Melzer took center stage. The then 29-year-old fought his way to the semi-finals - the highlight being his quarter-final victory over Novak Djokovic after coming back from two sets down.
In women's singles, however, successes are rarer. But ÖTV youngster Lilli Tagger will make her mark on the big stage for the first time in 2025 with her junior triumph.
French Open: Thiem and the Phenomenon Rafael Nadal
Dominic Thiem also captivated at the French Open. From 2016 to 2019, the Lower Austrian reached the semi-finals four times in a row and made it to the final twice, in both 2018 and 2019 - but there he had to bow to the undisputed King of Roland Garros.
Rafael Nadal turned the courts in the 16th arrondissement of Paris into his personal living room: The exceptional clay-court player reached the final no less than 14 times and won the tournament just as often.
From 2005 until his last title in 2022, the Spaniard achieved an incredible 112 wins with only four losses. Even during his career, the organizers erected a statue in Nadal's honor.
After the Nadal Era: The New Star Generation Conquers Roland Garros
With Nadal's retirement, other players have come to the fore in recent years. Alongside the perennial Novak Djokovic, who won the tournament in 2023, the new star generation has arrived with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
The Spaniard won the tournament in 2024 and 2025, while the South Tyrolean - finalist in 2025 - has yet to claim the title at Roland Garros.
At the most recent edition, Alexander Zverev also clinched his long-awaited first Grand Slam title, after being defeated by Alcaraz in the 2024 final. The German immediately followed that up with his second at the US Open.
Experience the French Open 2027 Live: With Ruefa to the Tennis Highlight in Paris
Those who don't want to miss the quadrangle of the new generation, featuring Alcaraz, Sinner, and Zverev alongside veteran Novak Djokovic, should experience the thrilling atmosphere in the stands for themselves. Ruefa has put together a tailor-made complete package for Austrian tennis fans.
The three-day travel package (two nights) will take you directly to the French metropolis with a scheduled flight from/to Vienna. Accommodation will be at the four-star Hotel Auteuil Tour Eiffel in a single or double room including breakfast.
The highlight of the tennis trip is the Night Session on Court Philippe-Chatrier, which you will experience with fantastic seats and VIP comfort. The "Le Pavillon" area completes the evening with first-class catering and provides the perfect setting before and after the rallies.
Included Services for the Trip
Scheduled flight from/to Vienna
Airport taxes and security fees
Baggage allowance: 1 piece of luggage up to max. 23 kg
2 nights at the 4* Hotel Auteuil Tour Eiffel in a single or double room
incl. breakfast
Entrance ticket for the desired match at Roland Garros
Night Session in the "Le Pavillon" seating category:
Access to Court Philippe-Chatrier in Category 1 seating (long side or behind the player)
Access to the "Le Pavillon" hospitality area
Separate VIP entrance to the Roland Garros Tennis grounds
Access to all outside courts
Food in the form of a cocktail and drinks including champagne, beer, wine, soft drinks, and spirits
Roland Garros gift
