Day Five Drama at Roland Garros: Top Seeds Shine

The fifth day of the French Open witnessed thrilling matches, with Italian 10th seed Flavio Cobolli advancing to the third round and Naomi Osaka defeating Donna Vekic. World number ones Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka were set to compete on Court Philippe Chatrier as temperatures soared in Paris.


Devdiscourse News Desk | May 28 (Reuters) - Highlights Of The Fifth Day At ​The French Open On Thursday (Times ​Gmt): 1130 Cobolli Through To ‌Third Rounditalian ​10Th Seed Flavio Cobolli Beat China's Wu Yibing 6-4 6-4 6-4 To Reach The French Open's ‌Third Round For The Second Year Straight. 1115 Osaka Beats Vekicfour-Time Grand Slam Winner And 16Th Seed Naomi Osaka Beat Donna Vekic 7-6(1) 6-4 To Set ‌Up A Third-Round Clash With 17Th Seed Iva Jovic. 0909 Play Under Wayplay ‌Began In Warm Conditions At Roland Garros | Updated: 28-05-2026 17:25 IST | Created: 28-05-2026 17:25 IST
Day Five Drama at Roland Garros: Top Seeds Shine
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On Thursday, the French Open's fifth day showcased captivating performances, commencing with Italian 10th seed Flavio Cobolli's straightforward victory over China's Wu Yibing, securing his spot in the third round.

Later, Naomi Osaka, the four-time Grand Slam champion, claimed a significant win against Donna Vekic, paving the way for a third-round meeting with 17th seed Iva Jovic. Action at Roland Garros began in warm conditions, with temperatures predicted to reach 32 degrees Celsius.

Top seed Jannik Sinner was tasked with opening proceedings on Court Philippe Chatrier against Juan Manuel Cerundolo, while Aryna Sabalenka was due to face French hopeful Elsa Jacquemot, adding to the day's highly anticipated matchups.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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