Julien Benneteau and Edouard Roger-Vasselin on Saturday became the first home pair in 30 years to win the French Open men’s doubles at Roland Garros.
The 11th seeds defeated Spain’s 12th-seeded Marcel Granollers and Marc Lopez 6-3, 7-6 (7/1).
Yannick Noah and Henri Leconte were the last French pair to win their home title in 1984.
“When I was 10, 11, we went to the federation for some practice with all the other kids, and we slept here,” said Benneteau.
“Some nights I would sit on the Chatrier alone and dream about just playing on this court.
“Now I have one of the best feelings.”