The French Open has a duration of a fortnight.
 On May 24, 1928, the French International Championships moved there, and the event has been held there ever since
Since 1981, new prizes have been presented: the Prix Orange (for the player demonstrating the best sportsmanship and cooperative attitude with the press), the Prix Citron (for the player with the strongest character and personality) and the Prix Bourgeon (for the tennis player revelation of the year)

