The Roland Garros 2025 tournament, running from May 25 to June 8, has set the tennis world abuzz with electrifying matches and off-court controversies. As the French Open unfolds on Paris’s iconic clay courts, defending champions Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek face fierce competition from Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka. With upsets, injuries, and scheduling debates dominating headlines, this Grand Slam is a must-watch for fans globally.[](https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/45225813/french-open-2025-daily-schedule-how-watch-prize-money)[](https://sports.yahoo.com/tennis/article/2025-french-open-how-to-watch-new-channels-full-schedule-whos-playing-and-more-114526496.html)
Top Seeds Battle in Third Round
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner powered into the third round, defeating Richard Gasquet 6-3, 6-0, 6-4, ending the Frenchman’s career on a poignant note. Novak Djokovic, a three-time champion, cruised past Mackenzie McDonald and now faces Filip Misolic. Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz survived a tough challenge from Damir Dzumhur, advancing to meet Ben Shelton in the fourth round.[](https://sportstar.thehindu.com/tennis/french-open-2025-may-31-schedule-matches-today-live-streaming-info-roland-garros-grand-slam/article69639395.ece)[](https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/live/ckg1518exd9t)[](https://www.news18.com/sports/french-open-2025-sinner-eases-past-retiring-gasquet-zverev-edges-out-de-jong-ws-dl-9358636.html)
In the women’s draw, Iga Swiatek, eyeing a fifth title, dominated Jaqueline Cristian 6-2, 7-5. Aryna Sabalenka, world No. 1, crushed Olga Danilovic 6-2, 6-3, while Coco Gauff battled past Tereza Valentova to reach the third round. Rising star Mirra Andreeva, 18, made history with her win over Yulia Putintseva, crediting a fan’s “lucky charm.”[](https://www.news18.com/sports/french-open-2025-swiatek-paolini-sabalenka-all-advance-at-roland-garros-9360836.html)[](https://sportstar.thehindu.com/tennis/french-open-2025-coco-gauff-beats-valentova-third-round-vondrousova-pegula-latest-news-updates/article69634629.ece)
Scheduling Row Ignites Debate
Tournament director Amelie Mauresmo faced backlash for scheduling only men’s matches for the first six night sessions on Court Philippe-Chatrier. Ons Jabeur criticized the move, arguing it undermines women’s tennis. Mauresmo defended the decision, citing higher viewership for men’s matches, but her response during a press conference fueled further debate. Fans and players are calling for equitable scheduling to promote fairness.[](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/live-blogs/french-open-2025-live-updates-day-seven-scores-results/aNU1XcZh4p8r/)
British and American Contingents Shine
British players marked a historic moment, with Jack Draper, Cameron Norrie, and Jacob Fearnley reaching the third round—the best British men’s showing in 60 years. Draper’s four-set thriller against Gael Monfils was a highlight. On the American side, Tommy Paul and Ben Shelton advanced, but Taylor Fritz’s first-round exit stunned fans.[](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2025/may/29/french-open-live-roland-garros-day-five)[](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/live-blogs/french-open-2025-live-updates-day-five-scores-results/oILjdiPxCLs2/)
Injuries Cast a Shadow
France’s Arthur Fils, a local hope, withdrew due to a back injury, handing Andrey Rublev a walkover. Djokovic, nursing a toe blister, remains a concern as he chases a record 25th Grand Slam. These setbacks highlight the physical toll of clay-court tennis.[](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2025/may/30/live-french-open-tennis-day-six-sabalenka-swiatek)[](https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cvgn118qq1mo)
Road to the Finals
As Roland Garros 2025 heads into the fourth round, Alcaraz and Swiatek remain favorites, but Sinner and Sabalenka are closing in. The scheduling controversy may prompt reforms, with fans hoping for balanced representation. With the finals approaching, expect more upsets and unforgettable moments on the clay.
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