The 1972 French Open was a tennis tournament that took place on the outdoor clay courts at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France. The tournament ran from 22 May until 4 June. It was the 71st staging of the French Open, and the second Grand Slam tennis event of 1972. Andrés Gimeno and Billie Jean King won the singles titles. French Open 1972: May 22 – June 4, 1972 at Stade Roland Garros. Men's singles: Andrés Gimeno. Women's singles: Billie Jean King — 7th major title. Wiki link