Overview
- Rafael Nadal, a 14-time French Open winner, was celebrated at a special ceremony attended by tennis legends Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray.
- The 2025 French Open begins with a competitive field as new players emerge following Nadal's retirement and struggles from previous champions like Iga Swiatek.
- Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka started her campaign with a dominant first-round victory, seeking her first title at Roland Garros.
- Doping bans for Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek have impacted their participation, while revenue disputes among players remain unresolved.
- Novak Djokovic is pursuing a record 25th Grand Slam title, while Carlos Alcaraz defends his title as a leading contender in the men's draw.