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Roland-Garros 2025 Kicks Off with Qualification Rounds in Paris

The tournament opens with nearly 40 French players competing in qualifiers as Paris deploys extensive security measures to ensure safety.

Overview

  • Roland-Garros 2025 began on May 19 with qualification rounds running through May 23, leading up to the main draw starting May 25.
  • Approximately 40 French players are participating in the qualification rounds, with 15 competing on the first day.
  • Paris police have implemented a robust security plan, including patrols, transport policing, and video surveillance around the venue and key metro stations.
  • A fan zone at Place de la Concorde is being prepared for June 4–9, featuring preventive security measures and crowd management protocols.
  • Defending champions Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz set the stage for intense competition as the tournament progresses toward its June 8 finale.