Roland‑Garros 2026 women's semifinals pit Ukraine's Kostyuk against Russia's Andreeva

The French Open women's semifinals feature a politically charged matchup as Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk will face Russia's Mirra Andreeva. Kostyuk, who has spoken publicly about the war in Ukraine and the personal impact on her family, said she wants clearer action from the WTA. Andreeva, along with fellow Russian Diana Shnaider, has kept her views private, focusing solely on tennis.

The other semifinal pairs Russia's Diana Shnaider, who upset World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, against Poland's qualifier Maja Chwalinska. The men's semifinals will see Germany's Alexander Zverev play Czech Jakub Mensik, while Italians Matteo Arnaldi and Flavio Cobolli contest the remaining slot.

The tournament highlights both on‑court surprises and off‑court tensions stemming from the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.