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French Open Sticks to Tradition, Eschews Electronic Line Calling

5/27/2025

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The French Open at Roland Garros stands out as the sole Grand Slam tournament that shuns electronic line calling, opting instead for the human touch of line judges and ball marks. Gilles Moretton, president of the French Tennis Federation, emphasizes this choice as a commitment to tradition and the importance of human oversight in the sport.

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The French Open at Roland Garros stands out as the sole Grand Slam tournament that shuns electronic line calling, opting instead for the human touch of line judges and ball marks. Gilles Moretton, president of the French Tennis Federation, emphasizes this choice as a commitment to tradition and the importance of human oversight in the sport.