French Open Daily: Fonseca advances as Swiatek exits

On May 31, 2026, Russell Fuller and Ryan Harrison provided commentary on the notable developments from Day 8 of the French Open at Roland Garros. Teenage Brazilian Joao Fonseca made headlines after following up his stunning victory over Novak Djokovic with another remarkable performance, defeating two-time finalist Casper Ruud to secure a spot in the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, the women's competition saw four-time champion Iga Swiatek's difficulties continue, as she was eliminated by Marta Kostyuk. This result guarantees that this year’s French Open will yield a new winner in both the men's and women's singles categories. Coverage of these events is available on BBC Sounds, where listeners can find more about this ongoing championship.