Alcaraz Advances Third Round Climbs 20 Match Wins Roland Garros

Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion and world No. 2, advanced to the third round of the 2025 French Open after defeating Hungary's Fabian Marozsan in four sets. The match, played on Court Philippe Chatrier under a closed roof due to rain, saw Alcaraz recover from a second-set loss to dominate the final two sets, showcasing his resilience and tactical skill. During the intense match, Alcaraz executed a remarkable one-handed backhand shot around the net post, thrilling the crowd. Additionally, Alcaraz nearly collided with a line judge while attempting a difficult return, highlighting the human element still present at the French Open, which remains the last major to retain line judges amid growing adoption of electronic line calling technology. With this victory, Alcaraz reached 20 match wins at Roland Garros faster than anyone since Rafael Nadal, marking a significant milestone in his career. He is set to face either France's Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard or Bosnia’s Damir Džumhur in the next round as he continues his quest for a second Roland Garros title.