Tennis Returns to Roland Garros: 2025 French Open Preview
Paris, France – The stage is set for the much-anticipated 2025 French Open at Roland Garros, set to run from May 25 to June 8. This prestigious Grand Slam tournament is poised to welcome top players from around the globe, as excitement builds following the thrilling 2024 edition, where Carlos Alcaraz of Spain clinched the men’s singles title and Polish star Iga Świątek sought a remarkable fourth consecutive victory in the women’s singles.
The doubles competitions saw El Salvador’s Marcelo Arévalo and Croatia’s Mate Pavić claim the men’s title, while the women’s doubles were won by the dynamic duo of American Coco Gauff and Czech Republic’s Kateřina Siniaková, showcasing a blend of emerging talent and seasoned skill.
Looking ahead, the 2025 tournament will feature an impressive total purse of $63.84 million, reflecting a 5.21% increase from the previous year’s $56.35 million. This robust financial incentive highlights the growing prestige of the event and the potential rewards for players.
Prize money per round for singles competitors has also been revealed. In the first round, players will earn $88,686, with amounts increasing in subsequent rounds up to $2.89 million for the champion and $1.44 million for the runner-up.
The 2024 singles champions, Alcaraz and Świątek, received $2.72 million each, setting a high standard for this year’s competitors. As the countdown to the French Open begins, fans and players alike can expect fierce competition and unforgettable moments on the clay courts of Paris.
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