The 2011 French Open was a tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts.

Francesca Schiavone was narrowly unsuccessful in her title defence, being defeated by Li Na in the final.

Li became the first female Asian to win a Grand Slam singles title.

There were singles and doubles events for both boys and girls (players under 18), which is part of the Grade A category of tournaments.

There were also singles and doubles events for men's and women's wheelchair tennis players as part of the NEC tour under the Grand Slam category.