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Osaka-Badosa, Alcaraz-Nishikori and more: the Top 5 first-round matches at Roland Garros

Top 5 List

Osaka-Badosa, Alcaraz-Nishikori and more: the Top 5 first-round matches at Roland Garros

From Grand Slam finalists playing each other to a former No. 1 taking on a former No. 2, there’s going to be exciting match-ups right out of the gates in Paris this year.
Rome, Italy

INTERVIEW: Carlos Alcaraz states Rome final win over Jannik Sinner was "best match tactically that I have ever played"

The 22-year-old assesses his winning performance over the world No. 1 Sunday.

Can we really write Iga Swiatek off in Paris? | 2025 Roland Garros women’s preview
Roland Garros

Can we really write Iga Swiatek off in Paris? | 2025 Roland Garros women’s preview

Plus: is Aryna Sabalenka or Coco Gauff better positioned for her first title on the terre battue?

By Steve Tignor May 23, 2025
Novak Djokovic celebrates 38th birthday with win over Matteo Arnaldi, and a smashed racquet
ATP Geneva, Switzerland

Novak Djokovic celebrates 38th birthday with win over Matteo Arnaldi, and a smashed racquet

"I'm sorry for the racquet, it's not a good example particularly for the young ones," Djokovic told the crowd in an on-court interview.

By Associated Press May 22, 2025
How to watch and stream Roland Garros 2025 on Tennis Channel, TNT, Max and truTV
Roland Garros

How to watch and stream Roland Garros 2025 on Tennis Channel, TNT, Max and truTV

A viewer's guide to live tennis and replays of the clay-court Grand Slam.

By TENNIS.com May 22, 2025
Will the Carlos Alcaraz-Jannik Sinner rivalry culminate in a first Grand Slam final? | 2025 Roland Garros men's preview
Roland Garros

Will the Carlos Alcaraz-Jannik Sinner rivalry culminate in a first Grand Slam final? | 2025 Roland Garros men's preview

Novak Djokovic could play spoiler while underdogs Arthur Fils and Lorenzo Musetti look to make major breakthroughs.

By Steve Tignor May 22, 2025
The Tennis Traveler: Experience Paris the Novak Djokovic way ahead of Roland Garros
The Tennis Traveler

The Tennis Traveler: Experience Paris the Novak Djokovic way ahead of Roland Garros

Prepare for the clay-court Grand Slam like the three-time champion did in 2024 ahead of his Olympic gold medal-winning performance.

By Liya Davidov May 22, 2025
Serena Williams dons Chelsea blue at women's FA Cup final to celebrate new investment
Lifestyle

Serena Williams dons Chelsea blue at women's FA Cup final to celebrate new investment

Williams' husband, Alexis Ohanian, has purchased what's been reported to be a 10% stake in Chelsea F.C. Women, valued at more than $26 million.

By Baseline Staff May 22, 2025
Prakash Amritraj stands out from the pack
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Prakash Amritraj stands out from the pack

A fixture at the Tennis Channel desk as he interviews the game’s biggest stars, Amitraj is now the one in the hot seat.

By Tennis Channel May 22, 2025
Naomi Osaka unveils cherry blossom-inspired shoe for Roland Garros
Style Points

Naomi Osaka unveils cherry blossom-inspired shoe for Roland Garros

"Spring is sakura season," Osaka wrote in unveiling the shoe on social media. "The girlies are gonna love this one."

By Baseline Staff May 22, 2025
Jannik Sinner, Jack Draper, Novak Djokovic headline stacked Roland Garros men’s draw
Roland Garros

Jannik Sinner, Jack Draper, Novak Djokovic headline stacked Roland Garros men’s draw

All three landed in the top half, leaving defending champ Carlos Alcaraz in the bottom half.

By David Kane May 22, 2025
Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek land in same half of Roland Garros women’s draw
Roland Garros

Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek land in same half of Roland Garros women’s draw

Swiatek’s drop to No. 5 made her a dangerous floater for the top seeds.

By David Kane May 22, 2025
Matteo Berrettini pulls out of Roland Garros due to injury, 'already preparing' for grass season
Roland Garros

Matteo Berrettini pulls out of Roland Garros due to injury, 'already preparing' for grass season

The former Wimbledon finalist has missed the clay-court major in each of the last four years.

By Associated Press May 22, 2025
Super Bowl champion Deion Sanders unveils ‘new hobby’ of playing tennis
Lifestyle

Super Bowl champion Deion Sanders unveils ‘new hobby’ of playing tennis

Despite 'working with eight toes,' the 57-year-old is training with a big goal in mind.

By Baseline Staff May 21, 2025
Novak Djokovic gets first clay win of 2025, beats Marton Fucsovics at Geneva Open
ATP Geneva, Switzerland

Novak Djokovic gets first clay win of 2025, beats Marton Fucsovics at Geneva Open

Djokovic had gone winless in Monte Carlo and Madrid, and withdrew from Rome.

By Associated Press May 21, 2025
Alexander Zverev "threw up 37 times" before second-round loss in Hamburg
ATP Hamburg, Germany

Alexander Zverev "threw up 37 times" before second-round loss in Hamburg

"I think there are two players in the whole world who would have taken to the court today," said the world No. 3. "I'm one of them. And I'm really proud of that."

By TENNIS.com May 21, 2025
How well do the Golden State Warriors know tennis?
Pop Culture

How well do the Golden State Warriors know tennis?

The Laver Cup will be coming to town in September ... but do the Dubs know what deuce means?

By Baseline Staff May 21, 2025
Danielle Collins beats Emma Raducanu, tells off too-close cameraman in Strasbourg
WTA Strasbourg, France

Danielle Collins beats Emma Raducanu, tells off too-close cameraman in Strasbourg

The American stood up for herself and Raducanu before winning in three sets.

By David Kane May 21, 2025
Carlos Moya calls Jannik Sinner coaching report “fake news”
Coaches Corner

Carlos Moya calls Jannik Sinner coaching report “fake news”

According to a report, the former No. 1 was set to replace Darren Cahill in 2026.

By David Kane May 21, 2025
From ATP 250 to Slam 25? Novak Djokovic hopes “a family affair” in Geneva does just that
No. 1 Read

From ATP 250 to Slam 25? Novak Djokovic hopes “a family affair” in Geneva does just that

“My life has changed a lot, but for better, to be honest,” says the Serbian in Switzerland. “It's just a new chapter that I'm embracing.”

By Matt Fitzgerald May 21, 2025
Laver Cup returning to The O2 in 2026, cementing London as first multi-edition host
Laver Cup

Laver Cup returning to The O2 in 2026, cementing London as first multi-edition host

"I’m really looking forward to returning to such a meaningful place, this time as a fan," said Roger Federer.

By TENNIS.com May 21, 2025
Game, Set, Recharge: How Stefanos Tsitsipas, Naomi Osaka and more embrace the weekly grind
Lifestyle

Game, Set, Recharge: How Stefanos Tsitsipas, Naomi Osaka and more embrace the weekly grind

From nanny cams to neighborhood walks, here's what helps top players reset while on the road.

By Stephanie Livaudais May 21, 2025
WATCH: Andrey Rublev can’t stop laughing during “scary” rowing challenge in Hamburg
Social

WATCH: Andrey Rublev can’t stop laughing during “scary” rowing challenge in Hamburg

Four of the top seeds at the ATP 500 event took to the water for a test of coordination and teamwork—and plenty of laughs.

By Baseline Staff May 20, 2025
Jessica Pegula, Taylor Fritz, John Isner and more share travel pet peeves: "No ice anywhere" 
Social

Jessica Pegula, Taylor Fritz, John Isner and more share travel pet peeves: "No ice anywhere"

Pillows equivalent to a paper towel, half-sized doorways, and lack of crispy bacon are only some of the travel headaches the players reveal about traveling in Europe.

By Liya Davidov May 20, 2025
Daniil Medvedev explores on and off-court personas in Bolshe! interview
Roland Garros

Daniil Medvedev explores on and off-court personas in Bolshe! interview

“I’m a complicated person,” the former No. 1 tells journalist Sofya Tartakova.

By David Kane May 20, 2025
Paula Badosa, Elena Rybakina advance through Strasbourg openers
WTA Strasbourg, France

Paula Badosa, Elena Rybakina advance through Strasbourg openers

Badosa had been off the court since March due to a recurring back injury.

By David Kane May 20, 2025
Borna Coric loses Roland Garros qualifying opener from match points up; Daphnée Mpetshi Perricard delights
Roland Garros

Borna Coric loses Roland Garros qualifying opener from match points up; Daphnée Mpetshi Perricard delights

Elsewhere Tuesday, Elliot Spizzirri erased a 0-6 deficit in a first-set tiebreaker and Taylor Townsend saved a pair of set points.

By TENNIS.com May 20, 2025
Don’t worry about Rome: Jannik Sinner is back—already—and just in time for Paris
No. 1 Read

Don’t worry about Rome: Jannik Sinner is back—already—and just in time for Paris

The world No. 1 will be vying to lock down his third consecutive Grand Slam title, something only one man has achieved since 2011.

By Peter Bodo May 20, 2025
Here's what Nick Kyrgios is cooking ahead of Roland Garros doubles return
VIP Tennis Lounge

Here's what Nick Kyrgios is cooking ahead of Roland Garros doubles return

The Aussie opened up about the origins of his love for food on an episode of VIP Tennis Lounge with Garbiñe Muguruza.

By Tennis Channel May 20, 2025
FIRST LOOK: USTA unveils $800 million overhaul of US Open’s Arthur Ashe Stadium
The Business of Tennis

FIRST LOOK: USTA unveils $800 million overhaul of US Open’s Arthur Ashe Stadium

The “largest single investment in the history of the event" also includes a new Player Performance Center and more open space for fans in upgrades planned through 2027.

By Stephanie Livaudais May 19, 2025
'The family is growing': Lorenzo Musetti, Veronica Confalonieri expecting baby No. 2
Social

'The family is growing': Lorenzo Musetti, Veronica Confalonieri expecting baby No. 2

The happy couple shared the news Monday that Ludovico will be a big brother.

By Baseline Staff May 19, 2025
ATP Challenger Tour: Alexander Bublik in seventh heaven
ATP Challenger Tour

ATP Challenger Tour: Alexander Bublik in seventh heaven

Crowd favorite collects seventh title in the high point of another thrilling week of Challenger action.

By Florian Heer May 19, 2025
Bianca Andreescu opens Roland Garros qualifying with double bagel; Ethan Quinn to face Bernard Tomic 
Roland Garros

Bianca Andreescu opens Roland Garros qualifying with double bagel; Ethan Quinn to face Bernard Tomic

Zachary Svajda was also among Monday's early winners in Paris.

By TENNIS.com May 19, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz didn't call Jannik Sinner during Italian's ban, won't tire of praising "amazing" colleague
Rome, Italy

Carlos Alcaraz didn't call Jannik Sinner during Italian's ban, won't tire of praising "amazing" colleague

Could we see these two meet in a major final for the first time at Roland Garros?

By TENNIS.com May 19, 2025
Sabalenka keen to make a statement, Swiatek searching for answers: five WTA clay storylines going into Roland Garros
WTA Takeaways

Sabalenka keen to make a statement, Swiatek searching for answers: five WTA clay storylines going into Roland Garros

Paolini and Gauff, two former finalists in Paris, made plenty of noise across Madrid and Rome themselves.

By Joel Drucker May 19, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner distinguished among the pack: five ATP clay storylines following Madrid & Rome 
ATP Takeaways

Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner distinguished among the pack: five ATP clay storylines following Madrid & Rome

Plus, how are former Roland Garros finalists Casper Ruud and Alexander Zverev one week out of a Paris return?

By Joel Drucker May 19, 2025
Jannik Sinner kicks off milestone 50th consecutive week at No.  1 on ATP rankings
Ranking Reaction

Jannik Sinner kicks off milestone 50th consecutive week at No. 1 on ATP rankings

Meanwhile, 19-year-old Jakub Mensik makes a historic Top 20 debut, and the seeds are set for Roland Garros.

By John Berkok May 19, 2025
Will Daniil Medvedev play doubles at a Grand Slam for the first time since 2017?
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Will Daniil Medvedev play doubles at a Grand Slam for the first time since 2017?

Medvedev has entered the Roland Garros preliminary men's doubles entry list with Brazil's Marcelo Demoliner, a first for him in nearly a decade.

By Baseline Staff May 19, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner in a chess-like two sets to win Rome, then offered him a very public welcome back
Rome, Italy

Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner in a chess-like two sets to win Rome, then offered him a very public welcome back

"I didn't do a roller-coaster," the Spaniard said afterwards, confessing it was "the best match tactically" he's ever played.

By Steve Tignor May 18, 2025
Paula Badosa set to launch 'Aces' jewelry collection with The 1916 Company
Lifestyle

Paula Badosa set to launch 'Aces' jewelry collection with The 1916 Company

The glittering collection, featuring necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more, will launch on May 20.

By Baseline Staff May 18, 2025
Shoe Review: K-Swiss Hypercourt Pinnacle
Your Game

Shoe Review: K-Swiss Hypercourt Pinnacle

A premium high-performance model that meets the demands of the most aggressive movers.

By Jon Levey May 18, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz becomes first player to beat Jannik Sinner in straight sets since 2023
Stat of the Day

Carlos Alcaraz becomes first player to beat Jannik Sinner in straight sets since 2023

The Spaniard prevailed in the final of Rome, 7-6 (5), 6-1, the Italian's first straight-set loss on the tour in 546 days.

By John Berkok May 18, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz snaps Jannik Sinner's 26-match winning streak, wins Rome title
Rome, Italy

Carlos Alcaraz snaps Jannik Sinner's 26-match winning streak, wins Rome title

Alcaraz saved two set points down 6-5, 15-40 in the first set before storming through the second set to take the match, 7-6(5), 6-1.

By TENNIS.com May 18, 2025
Why tennis is very lucky to have Carlos Alcaraz
Tennis.com Interview

Why tennis is very lucky to have Carlos Alcaraz

Celebrating Carlitos with some help from his peers.

By Matt Fitzgerald May 18, 2025
Jason Isaacs is intensely devoted to tennis, and he proved it on 'Second Serve'
Second Serve

Jason Isaacs is intensely devoted to tennis, and he proved it on 'Second Serve'

The acclaimed actor loves his job because he can remain present and live in the moment. He found a hobby in tennis with those same qualities, and he’s not letting go.

By Mitch Michals May 18, 2025
Italian tennis and padel president want to make Rome a fifth Grand Slam
Rome, Italy

Italian tennis and padel president want to make Rome a fifth Grand Slam

"Why are there always four and always the same four?" says Angelo Binaghi. "It's absolutely unfair and doesn't help tennis grow."

By Associated Press May 18, 2025
Jannik Sinner against Carlos Alcaraz in the Rome final: 10 things to know
Facts & Stats

Jannik Sinner against Carlos Alcaraz in the Rome final: 10 things to know

Between them, they’ve won the last five majors in a row. On Sunday, they’ll clash in a big final for the first time.

By John Berkok May 17, 2025
Smiling speedster Jasmine Paolini has scaled a new summit as the toast of Rome
WTA Rome, Italy

Smiling speedster Jasmine Paolini has scaled a new summit as the toast of Rome

“It’s pure joy to have this trophy in my hands,” she said after defeating Coco Gauff Saturday.

By Steve Tignor May 17, 2025
Solinco partners with Brain Dead to produce limited-edition racquet and strings
Your Game

Solinco partners with Brain Dead to produce limited-edition racquet and strings

The California-based brands collaborate to create a one-of-a-kind collection.

By Jon Levey May 17, 2025
Iga Swiatek set to be seeded No. 5 at Roland Garros after Jasmine Paolini's title run in Rome
Ranking Reaction

Iga Swiatek set to be seeded No. 5 at Roland Garros after Jasmine Paolini's title run in Rome

The Italian's home triumph will move her from No. 5 back to No. 4 on Monday, as Swiatek dips from No. 2 to No. 5.

By John Berkok May 17, 2025
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