French Open 2025: Dates, Schedule, How to Watch – Alcaraz Defends, Sinner Returns from Suspension

French Open 2025: Dates, Schedule, How to Watch – Alcaraz Defends, Sinner Returns from Suspension
Carlos Alcaraz will step up in court to defend his Title

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The 2025 French Open kicks off with the main draw for both the men’s and women’s singles on Sunday, May 25.

The French Open main draw will be held on Thursday, May 22, starting at 1:00 PM BST.

The 2025 French Open is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Grand Slam tournaments in recent years, with Paris once again hosting this iconic clay-court event at Roland Garros. Defending champions Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek are both returning, but the tournament is expected to be wide open this year. The Spaniard’s form has been inconsistent, while Swiatek, a four-time winner, has not won a title since last year.

When Does the French Open Start?

The 2025 French Open kicks off with the main draw for both the men’s and women’s singles on Sunday, May 25. The women’s semi-finals will take place on Thursday, June 5, while the women’s final is scheduled for Saturday, June 7. The men’s semi-finals will be held on Friday, June 6, with the men’s final taking place on Sunday, June 8.

French Open 2025 Full Schedule

 Sunday, May 25: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles first round
 Monday, May 26: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles first round
 Tuesday, May 27: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles first round
 Wednesday, May 28: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles second round
 Thursday, May 29: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles second round
 Friday, May 30: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles third round
 Saturday, May 31: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles third round
 Sunday, June 1: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles fourth round
 Monday, June 2: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles fourth round
 Tuesday, June 3: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles quarter-finals
 Wednesday, June 4: 10:00 AM BST – Men’s and women’s singles quarter-finals
 Thursday, June 5: 11:00 AM BST – Mixed doubles final, women’s singles semi-finals
 Friday, June 6: 1:30 PM BST – Men’s singles semi-finals
 Saturday, June 7: 10:00 AM BST – Junior singles and doubles finals, wheelchair tennis final, 3:00 PM BST – Women’s singles final, men’s doubles final
 Sunday, June 8: 10:00 AM BST – Women’s doubles final, 2:00 PM BST – Men’s singles final

How to Watch the French Open 2025

In the UK, the French Open will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and Discovery+. Be sure to tune in for comprehensive coverage of this prestigious tournament.

French Open 2025 Draw Information

The French Open main draw will be held on Thursday, May 22, starting at 1:00 PM BST. Qualifying for both the men’s and women’s singles will run from Monday, May 19 to Friday, May 23. The qualifying draw will be made on Sunday, May 18.

This year’s French Open promises an exciting and unpredictable tournament, with a mix of veterans and newcomers fighting for the prestigious Roland Garros title. Don't miss out on the action!


For those watching the French Open from the United States, you can catch it competing on TNT (DIRECTV Channel 245), TBS (DIRECTV Channel 247) and truTV (DIRECTV Channel 246)