As the Parisian clay courts of Roland Garros prepare to host the second Grand Slam of 2025, the air is thick with anticipation. The French Open, a tournament steeped in history and synonymous with gruelling rallies and gritty performances, promises another captivating two weeks of tennis. While new narratives are always ready to be written, a glance at the recent champions reveals a fascinating landscape of established dominance, resurgent form, and uncertain futures.
Here’s a look at the five most recent Roland Garros champions in both the WTA and ATP, assessing their current standing and form heading into the 2025 edition:
WTA Champions
Iga Swiatek (2024, 2023, 2022, 2020 Champion)
Where is she now: The undisputed Queen of Clay, Iga Swiatek has dominated Roland Garros like no other in recent memory. She remains at the top of the women’s game and a strong contender for any title on clay.
Current Form (Spring 2025): While Swiatek’s Clay season in 2025 hasn’t been as flawless as in previous years, with a loss to Danielle Collins in Rome, she has shown glimpses of her formidable self. She secured wins in Madrid, and although a slump in form across a few matches has led some to question her invincibility, she holds a strong head-to-head against most of the top contenders. Her “Chatrier muscle memory” is expected to kick in, and she remains a strong favourite. She has recently dropped to No 5 in the WTA rankings due to her poor form.
Barbora Krejcikova (2021 Champion)
Where is she now: Krejcikova’s career has been punctuated by injuries since her monumental 2021 triumph. She has been working her way back to full fitness.
Current Form (Spring 2025): Returning from a back injury, Krejcikova made her 2025 season debut in Strasbourg, where she unfortunately fell in straight sets. Her form is still a question mark, and it will be a race against time to find her Grand Slam-winning rhythm.
ATP Champions
Carlos Alcaraz (2024 Champion)
Where is he now: The young Spaniard holds the title of defending champion and has quickly established himself as a dominant force on all surfaces, especially clay. He is ranked world number two.
Current Form (Spring 2025): Alcaraz has had a strong clay season leading into Roland Garros, including winning the Italian Open by beating Jannik Sinner in the final. He is showing impressive form and is a top contender to defend his title.
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Novak Djokovic (2023, 2021 Champion)
Where is he now: The Serbian maestro continues to defy age, holding the record for most Grand Slam titles. He remains a formidable presence in any tournament he enters.
Current Form (Spring 2025): Djokovic secured his first clay-court win of the 2025 season in Geneva, reaching the quarter-finals. While he suffered a couple of earlier clay losses, he appears to be building momentum and finding his rhythm—crucial for a deep run in Paris. He is chasing his 100th tour-level title and aiming for a record-extending 25th major.
Rafael Nadal (2022, 2020 Champion)
Where is he now: The “King of Clay,” Rafael Nadal, retired from professional tennis at the end of last season, playing his final tournament at the Davis Cup. He will be honoured at Court Philippe-Chatrier during this year’s French Open.
Current Form (Spring 2025): Retired. His absence likely to mark a significant shift in the men’s draw.
As Roland Garros 2025 approaches, the stage is set for thrilling contests. While certain names loom large, the ever-evolving nature of tennis means that new challengers are always ready to rise. The red clay awaits its next champions.\
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