French Open 2025: What You Need to Know
Ready for the biggest tennis showdown of the year? The French Open, also called Roland Garros, returns in 2025 with a fresh mix of stars, newcomers and drama on the red clay. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just curious, here’s a quick guide that covers the dates, key matches and how to catch every rally.
Schedule and Key Matches
The tournament kicks off on May 26 and runs through June 9. Early rounds will see lower‑seeded players battling for a spot in the main draw, while the big names – like defending champion Novak Djokovic, rising star Carlos Alcaraz and French fan‑favorite Félix Auger‑Lacassé – enter in the second week.
Don’t miss the men’s quarter‑finals on June 3; they usually deliver the most intense clay battles. The women’s side is heating up too, with Iga Świątek looking to add another title to her haul and young talent Coco Gauff aiming for her first Grand Slam win.
Watch out for the mixed doubles final on June 8 – it’s often a surprise package with teams pulling off bold tactics on the slow surface. If you’re tracking a specific player, set a reminder for their match day; the schedule updates regularly on the official Roland Garros site.
How to Watch and Follow the Action
There are three easy ways to stay in the loop. First, the official French Open app streams live matches and gives real‑time scores, plus behind‑the‑scenes videos. Second, most broadcasters in Europe, the US and Asia have live rights – check with your local sports channel for the exact channel number.
If you prefer free updates, follow the tournament’s Twitter and Instagram accounts. They post match highlights, player interviews and even quick polls that let you guess the next set winner. For a deeper dive, the French Open’s YouTube channel uploads extended highlights and analysis after each day’s play.
Planning to attend in person? Tickets go on sale in early March for the main courts and in late April for the outer courts. Early‑bird prices are cheaper, but they sell out fast, especially for the Philippe‑Chatrier and Suzanne‑Lenglen courts. Arrive early, bring a rain jacket (June showers are common), and grab a baguette from a nearby vendor for the full Parisian experience.
Whether you’re watching from your couch or cheering from the stands, the French Open 2025 promises epic rallies, surprising upsets and that classic clay‑court drama we all love. Grab your tickets, set your alerts, and enjoy the courtside excitement.
