The 1961 French Championships was a tennis tournament that took place on the outdoor clay courts at the Stade Roland-Garros in Paris, France. The tournament ran from 15 May until 28 May. It was the 60th staging of the French Championships, and the second Grand Slam tennis event of 1961. Manuel Santana and Ann Haydon won the singles titles. French Open 1961: May 15–28, 1961 at Stade Roland Garros. Men's singles: Manuel Santana. Women's singles: Ann Haydon. Wiki link