Practice makes perfect in Paris

Players are beginning to arrive in Paris ahead of Roland-Garros, with some getting in match practice on the red dirt courts of the famed event.

Former world No.1 Victoria Azarenka enjoyed a hit on Court Philippe-Chatrier and Madison Keys was also put through her paces at the stadium.

Danielle Collins also had a two-hour session on Court Simonne-Mathieu, and fellow American Taylor Fritz, was also on court.

Madison Keys on court in Paris.

Peter Rowe

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