India’s top premium sports broadcasting network, Sony Sports Network has renewed its exclusive broadcast partnership with Roland Garros, obtaining the television and digital rights for the prestigious Grand Slam for three more seasons.
This agreement offers SPN the rights to broadcast the event throughout India and the Indian subcontinent, which includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Roland Garros is widely regarded as the peak of clay-court tennis and one of the most difficult challenges in the sport. The forthcoming seasons offer fascinating encounters with top players from across the world, enthralling tennis fans in India and the subcontinent.
Starting May 25, 2025, fans in India will get uninterrupted live coverage of Roland Garros on SPN’s sports channels (Sony Sports Network) and SonyLIV, giving them unprecedented access to one of the world’s most renowned tennis Grand Slams.
Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer, Distribution & International Business and Head – Sports Business, Sony Pictures Networks India, said, “Roland Garros holds a special place in the hearts of tennis enthusiasts as one of the most challenging Grand Slams to be played. Sony Pictures Networks India is thrilled to renew its partnership with Roland Garros for another three years. Our partnership underscores our commitment to bringing world-class tennis action to fans across India and the subcontinent.
“Since we acquired the rights of the tournament in 2022, the average yearly viewership on television (Reach) is 41%* higher compared to the preceding three years. And with this renewed partnership, we aim to provide comprehensive coverage of this iconic tournament on both our television and digital platforms.”
Gilles Moretton, President of the Fédération Française de Tennis, said, “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Sony Pictures Networks India, a broadcaster that has consistently brought the magic of Roland Garros to millions of tennis fans across the Indian subcontinent. This renewal reflects our shared commitment to growing the sport and ensuring that the tournament remains accessible to passionate audiences in this important region. We look forward to building on this successful collaboration in the years to come.”
