The 1996 French Open was a tennis tournament that took place on the outdoor clay courts at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France. The tournament was held from 27 May until 9 June. It was the 95th staging of the French Open, and the second Grand Slam tennis event of 1996. French Open 1996: May 27 – June 9, 1996 at Stade Roland Garros. Men's singles: Yevgeny Kafelnikov. Women's singles: Steffi Graf — 19th major title. Wiki link