French Open 2025 Week One Recap: Top Seeds Dominate as Swiatek and Alcaraz Cruise Through

Paris, France – The first week of the French Open 2025 has officially wrapped up, and what a thrilling start it’s been! Since the tournament kicked off on Sunday, May 25, tennis fans around the world have been treated to top-tier clay court action, dominant performances by the big names, and some electrifying matches at the iconic Roland Garros. As we head into the weekend, the race to the latter stages is heating up fast.

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Swiatek Unstoppable in Women’s Draw

Polish tennis queen Iga Swiatek is proving once again why she’s the woman to beat in Paris. As of Saturday, May 31, Swiatek extended her unbeaten streak at the French Open to 24 consecutive matches, powering past Jaqueline Cristian in a convincing third-round win to secure her spot in the Round of 16.

Up next, a much-anticipated clash awaits as she prepares to face Elena Rybakina—a matchup that’s already generating plenty of buzz. With her unmatched consistency and clay-court mastery, Swiatek remains the biggest threat in the women’s field.

Carlos Alcaraz Leads the Charge in Men’s Draw

On the men’s side, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is looking sharp and focused. The Spanish prodigy had no trouble advancing to the fourth round, defeating Damir Dzumhur with trademark intensity and flair.

Next up? A fiery encounter against the explosive Ben Shelton, which promises to deliver serious entertainment. Alcaraz’s mix of aggressive shot-making and athleticism continues to make him the man to watch as he chases back-to-back titles at Roland Garros.

Other Notable Seeds Shining Bright

It’s not just Swiatek and Alcaraz making headlines. Several other top seeds have also been making smooth progress:

Aryna Sabalenka – The No. 2 seed is safely through to the fourth round and will go head-to-head with Amanda Anisimova next.
Qinwen Zheng – Showing maturity beyond her years, Zheng has confidently made her way into the third round.

And for the men’s draw, Saturday, May 31, is packed with blockbuster matchups. Big names like Alexander Zverev, Novak Djokovic, and Jannik Sinner are all set to battle it out in the Round of 32. Expect fireworks on Court Philippe-Chatrier!

Doubles Action Heats Up

Let’s not forget the doubles competition, which got underway on Friday, May 30, bringing even more excitement and energy to the Parisian clay.

What Can We Take from Week One?

So far, the opening week has gone mostly to script. The top seeds have done what’s expected—handling early-round challenges with class. While a few matches have pushed players to dig deep, we haven’t seen any major upsets... yet.

Now, the spotlight shifts to Rounds 3 and 4, where things are bound to get more intense. Potential head-to-head battles between top contenders are on the horizon, and the drama is only just beginning.

Stay Tuned for All Things French Open 2025!

The action at Roland Garros continues all the way through to the grand finale on June 8, 2025. Don’t miss a single moment of one of tennis’s most prestigious tournaments. Who will lift the Suzanne Lenglen Cup and the Coupe des Mousquetaires this year?

Stick with us for the latest updates, results, and storylines from the heart of the clay court capital. Let the battles continue!