The red surface at Roland Garros consists of multiple layers beneath the visible brick dust. This construction has remained consistent for decades at the French Open.
The courts feature a drainage base covered by a 30cm layer of crushed gravel. Above that sits a 7-8cm layer of clinker, followed by 6-7cm of crushed limestone and a final 1-2mm coating of brick dust that produces the signature red color.
Russian tennis player Andrey Rublev has raised concerns about the clay courts at the upcoming French Open. In a recent interview, he described the outside courts as slippery and lacking proper clay surface. His comments come ahead of this year's Roland Garros tournament.
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Roland Garros now features retractable roofs on its two main show courts to handle weather issues during the French Open.
Former players Anne Keothavong and Tim Henman have called for the French Open to introduce electronic line calling at Roland Garros.
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Rain disrupted the start of the French Open 2026 qualifiers in Paris. Several matches were delayed or suspended on the first day of play.