Grigor Dimitrov and David Goffin are expected to shine in the men’s singles qualifying rounds for the French Open in Paris. Dimitrov, a former World No. 3, will kick off against Jaime Faria, while Goffin, a former quarterfinalist, will face Chun-Hsin Tseng. The qualifying tournament, featuring a mix of experienced players and rising talents, will run from May 18 to May 22 at Stade Roland-Garros.
Andrea Pellegrino, fresh from a strong performance in Rome, is eyeing his major main-draw debut in Paris. The qualifying draw also includes Jesper de Jong, Emilio Nava, Sho Shimabukuro, and Coleman Wong. Notable entrants Hugo Gaston, Pedro Martinez, Otto Virtanen, and Daniel Mérida will battle to secure spots in the main draw, with matches set to take place on various courts at Roland Garros.
Former world No. 7, David Goffin, has received a wild card for the qualifiers, emphasizing the tournament’s focus on nurturing young talent. The men’s draw boasts a competitive field, with players like Florent Bax and Robin Bertrand among the French contenders. The women’s qualifiers, equally fierce, include Grand Slam champions and top-ranked players vying for spots in the main draw.
Key names in the women’s qualifiers are Bianca Andreescu, Sloane Stephens, Karolina Pliskova, Paula Badosa, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, and Martina Trevisan. Sixteen players will advance to the main draw, supported by eight wildcards. Notable women’s wildcards feature Kristina Mladenovic, Tahlia Kokkinis, Daniel Jade, and Daphnée Mpetshi Perricard, alongside other promising French talents.
