As a relentless Parisian sun continued to beat down on Roland Garros and temperatures remained uncomfortably in the mid-30s Celsius, organisers laid out what it would take to stop play.

Coco Gauff began the defence of her French Open title by dispatching fellow American Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-0 at Roland Garros on Tuesday.

Mamelodi Sundowns have hit the ground running, treating fans to a parade showing off their new CAF Champions League trophy.

The duo was initially appointed as part of Nasreddine Nabi’s technical team before the Tunisian mentor was dismissed midway through the campaign.

The world number one overcame the sweltering conditions to book her spot in the round of 64 in just over 75 minutes on Court Philippe Chatrier.