Roland Garros 2024: Winners & Losers
- The 2025 French Open concluded with both familiar faces and fresh champions.
- 2 matchup in both the men’s and women’s singles finals.
- Alexander Zverev and Jessica Pegula also hold steady at No.
Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz claimed the spotlight at the 2025 French Open,securing their titles and leaving a trail of triumphs and setbacks in their wake.Gauff’s victory over Sabalenka and Alcaraz’s hard-fought win against Sinner highlighted the tournament’s thrilling competition. However, Taylor Fritz’s early exit and Iga Swiatek’s continued title drought marked a disappointing chapter for the American and Polish stars. With a focus on the grass-court season, News Directory 3 offers an inside look at the shifting dynamics within the sport. Discover what’s next for these tennis titans as the path to Wimbledon unfolds.
Gauff, alcaraz Among Winners at 2025 French Open
updated June 08, 2025
The 2025 French Open concluded with both familiar faces and fresh champions. While some players cemented their status, others faced setbacks at Roland Garros.
The tournament featured a No. 1 versus No. 2 matchup in both the men’s and women’s singles finals. Coco Gauff emerged victorious over Aryna Sabalenka (6-7, 6-2, 6-4) to claim the women’s title. Carlos alcaraz battled Jannik Sinner in a five-set thriller to secure the men’s singles title. Despite the loss, Sinner’s performance ensured that neither finalist could be considered a loser.
Coco Gauff celebrates her French Open victory over Aryna Sabalenka. (Photo by Lionel Hahn/Getty Images)
Gauff and Sabalenka retain their No. 1 and No. 2 rankings,respectively,as do Sinner and Alcaraz. Alexander Zverev and Jessica Pegula also hold steady at No. 3 despite failing to reach the semifinals.
However, the French open significantly shifted momentum heading into the grass-court season. Here’s a look at the biggest winners and losers from the 2025 French Open, where Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz took home the hardware.
The Biggest Winners at Roland Garros
Coco gauff: Two-Time Champion
with her second Grand Slam title, Gauff has shed the “one-hit wonder” label and solidified her place in tennis history.
Gauff demonstrated resilience by recovering from a 1-4 deficit in the first set. Her composure in challenging conditions and against a tough opponent proved crucial to her victory.
Carlos Alcaraz: French Open Champion
Alcaraz’s victory over Sinner marked his first French Open title and further cemented his status as a dominant force in men’s tennis.The young Spaniard displayed both skill and mental fortitude in a grueling five-set match.
Biggest Losers at Roland Garros
Taylor Fritz: An american Out Of Paris
Taylor Fritz attended a movie screening in Hollywood during the french Open.(Photo by Vivien Killilea/getty Images for Lionsgate)
Taylor Fritz’s presence at a Hollywood movie screening while his fellow Americans competed in Paris underscored his disappointing French Open performance.
Fritz suffered a first-round loss to Germany’s daniel Altmaier (5-7, 6-3, 3-6, 1-6) and will see his ranking drop from No. 4 to No. 7.
Iga Swiatek: Reign Ruined
Iga Swiatek reacts during her semi-final match against Aryna Sabalenka.(Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
iga Swiatek’s title drought continues,and her ranking is set to fall to No. 7. The upcoming grass-court season may pose further challenges against big-hitting players like Jelena Ostapenko, Sabalenka, and elena Rybakina.
Jessica Pegula: missed Prospect
Jessica Pegula during her run at the 2025 French Open. (Photo by Marleen Fouchier/BSR Agency/Getty Images)
Jessica Pegula, who did not compete in the 2024 French Open, had a chance to rise to no.2 in the rankings. Though,she failed to capitalize,losing to Boisson despite winning the first set.
Nike: Kiddy Kits
Carlos Alcaraz and jannik Sinner before the Men’s Singles Final. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Nike missed an opportunity to showcase its brand, dressing finalists Sinner and Alcaraz in kits that resembled outfits from classic American sitcoms, drawing comparisons to “Dennis the Menace” and “Leave It to Beaver.”
Aryna Sabalenka: Sour Gripes
Aryna Sabalenka during the Women’s Singles Final against Coco Gauff. (Photo by Andy Cheung/Getty Images)
Despite reaching the final and defeating defending champion Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka’s post-match comments detracted from her achievements. Her remarks about Gauff’s victory and the conditions drew criticism.
“She won the match not as she played incredible just because I make made all of those mistakes,” Sabalenka said.
sabalenka later posted an Instagram response, acknowledging Gauff’s deserved win. “yesterday was a tough one. Coco handled the conditions much better than I did and fully deserved the win. She was the better player yesterday, and I want to give her the credit she earned,” Sabalenka wrote.
What’s next
As the tennis world shifts its focus to the grass-court season, players will look to build on their performances at roland Garros or learn from their setbacks. The French Open provided valuable lessons and momentum for the challenges ahead.