French Open Daily: British Men Exit in Opening Round

Katie Smith, Abigail Johnson and Annabel Croft look back on the British men’s exit, Daniil Medvedev — a former world number one — being knocked out of Roland-Garros seven times, and 17‑year‑old Moise Kouame reaching the second round.

TIMECODES

00:20: Cameron Norrie retires from opening round.

02:18: Cameron Norrie speaking to Russell Fuller.

07:00: Medvedev knocked out of Roland-Garros at the earliest opportunity for the seventh time.

11:12: Moise Kouame, 17‑year‑old French star, making history.

12:09: Moise Kouame post‑match interview.

16:30: Sabalenka questioned over prize‑money stance and diamonds.

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