Mark Petchey believes that Carlos Alcaraz ’s show of sportsmanship may have left Ben Shelton ‘offended’. The Spaniard was praised for conceding a point during his French Open fourth-round clash before going on to secure a 7-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 victory.

Formula One championship leader Oscar Piastri won the Spanish Grand Prix from pole position in a McLaren one-two on Sunday to forge 10 points clear of teammate Lando Norris in the title battle.

French Open favourite Carlos Alcaraz showed himself to be an exemplar of sportsmanship as he owned up to throwing his racket at the ball during his fourth-round win over Ben Shelton.

Roland-Garros quarterfinal action officially begins Tuesday and will feature both Tommy Paul and Frances Tiafoe, who are aiming to become the first American semifinalist at Roland-Garros since Andre Agassi in 1999.

PARIS — Carlos Alcaraz called himself for breaking the rules at the French Open and conceded a point to Ben Shelton on Sunday during the defending champion’s 7-6 (8), 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 victory in the fourth round.

Nadal has left an indelible mark on the French Open -- but Swiatek, Alcaraz and others may be able to carry the legacy.

The French Open could throw up an epic Saturday with several stars taking to the courts today. Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Jack Draper, Mirra Andreeva and Coco Gauff are all in action. There is also the Battle of the Brits between Cameron Norrie and Jacob Fearnley.