The French Open is held every year in Paris, France at the Philippe-Chatrier Court in Roland-Garros Tennis Center. It lasts two weeks, beginning mid-May and running until early June. This year's event begins on May 25th and runs through June 8th. The French Open is one of the most prestigious events in tennis, with total prize money being over 13 million euros. It is one of four Grand Slam tennis tournaments, which are the biggest tournaments in tennis. Players will spend their whole career trying to win all four of these events. The French Open is often the most elusive for players, as it is the only competition of the four Grand Slam events played on clay courts. Tickets can be hard to find, and though Coast to Coast has a great selection, they won't last long. Get your tickets now to the 2008 French Open!

The original French Open was held in 1891 and was only a national event. This tournament was held in Paris and was only a men's singles tournament. Six years later women's singles were added. However, it was only for members of French tennis clubs. It was not until 1925 that the tournament was opened to foreign players. It was called the French Internationals and was held alternately between the Stade Francais and the Racing Club de France in Paris, until the Roland-Garros stadium was built in 1928.