I realized that I'll be in Paris during the first round of the French Open, so I'm planning to buy a cheap pass for the outside courts. I'm wondering if y'all have any tips, especially for opening day.
I'm planning to wake up early on Wednesday morning to get in the online queue when tickets go on sale (5:00 AM). I'm assuming the basic grounds pass won't sell out immediately, but is there more demand for opening day?
I've read plenty of blogs that all give the same tips: bring your own food, ride the Metro (and get off at Michel Ange-Molitor), show up early because the security line is long. Is there anything I should know in addition to the basics? Does anyone know if you can bring in beer or wine (as long as it's under the 1.5L maximum, and in plastic)? I've read conflicting accounts of this online.