Early Upsets and French Woes at 2025 French Open

The 2025 French Open has entered its second week with a record low for French women's tennis, as only three Frenchwomen advanced to the second round—a historic low since 1983. The tournament has been marked by early upsets, with high-profile exits from players like Taylor Fritz, Emma Navarro, Leylah Fernandez, Barbora Krejcikova, Denis Shapovalov, and Daniil Medvedev. Seventeen men's seeds and fourteen women's seeds have been eliminated before the third round, highlighting the depth and unpredictability of this year's field. Top seeds Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, Carlos Alcaraz, and Jannik Sinner have reached the fourth round, facing increasingly tough competition. Veronika Kudermetova and other emerging players have become notable upset threats by defeating higher-ranked opponents. The ongoing volatility has made the 2025 French Open especially compelling.