World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka is one win away from her maiden French Open title, after toppling four-time Roland Garros champion Iga Swiatek in a blockbuster semifinal clash. The Belarusian brought an end to Swiatek’s 26-match winning streak at the tournament with a thrilling 7-6(1), 4-6, 6-0 victory, marking her first-ever appearance in the final on the Parisian clay.
Sabalenka, known for her aggressive baseline power and fierce mentality, will now face second seed Coco Gauff in the final. Gauff dismissed local sensation Lois Boisson in straight sets (6-1, 6-2), ending a fairy-tale run for the French wildcard who captivated home fans with a series of upsets.
The semifinal clash was the headline everyone had circled—the Queen of Clay Swiatek versus the reigning world No. 1 Sabalenka. Though the conditions were damp under a closed roof, Sabalenka adapted better, blasting returns that Swiatek struggled to counter early on. Despite a late fightback from Swiatek in the first set and a spirited second set win, she couldn’t match Sabalenka’s pace in the decider. The Belarusian bulldozed through the third set in just 22 minutes, showcasing her championship mentality.
“It feels incredible but the job is not done yet,” said Sabalenka, 27. “Iga is the toughest opponent, especially at Roland Garros. I’m proud I managed to get this win.”
Sabalenka’s Journey to the Roland Garros 2025 Final:
Sabalenka’s road to the final has been nothing short of dominant. She began her campaign with strong wins in the opening rounds, shaking off early clay-court rust with powerful performances. In the round of 16, she took down a gritty opponent in straight sets. Her quarterfinal victory came over a tough seed, where she demonstrated both mental resilience and strategic play under pressure. But it was her semifinal triumph over Swiatek—who had owned the clay for years—that stamped her authority and announced her arrival as a serious contender for the French crown. With this win, Sabalenka now reaches her fifth Grand Slam final in the last seven majors, further asserting her presence among the game’s elite.
Boisson’s Inspirational Run Ends
On the other side of the draw, the French crowd witnessed a modern Cinderella story unfold. Lois Boisson, ranked No. 361 in the world, entered the main draw as a wildcard and shocked everyone by reaching the semifinals. Her journey included stunning victories over top seeds Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva, despite returning from a devastating ACL injury just a year ago. Though her run ended against Gauff, Boisson leaves Roland Garros as the breakout star of the tournament.
Let’s see if Sabalenka can now seal the deal and lift her first-ever Roland Garros title—cementing what has already been a remarkable run on the red clay of Paris.
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