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2025 French Open Prepares for Nadal Tribute and Draw Ceremony Amid Qualifying Rounds

With qualifying underway, the tournament confirms top seeds, defending champions, and prize details ahead of the May 25 start.

General view of Court Suzanne-Lenglen with the new roof closed for the Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece and Daniel Altmaier match of Germany on day four of Roland Garros at Stade Roland Garros.
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Overview

  • The 2025 French Open will take place from May 25 to June 8 at Roland Garros in Paris, with qualifying matches running until May 23.
  • A tribute to retired tennis legend Rafael Nadal, who won 14 French Open titles, is scheduled for the opening day of the main draw on May 25 at Court Philippe-Chatrier.
  • The draw ceremony to determine the placement of 128 players in both the men's and women's singles brackets will occur on May 22 at 2:00 pm local time.
  • Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek return as defending champions, while Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are confirmed as the top seeds for this year’s tournament.
  • The total prize pool stands at £47 million, with the men's and women's singles champions each receiving £2.1 million, reflecting gender-equal payouts.