Day three of the 2025 French Open showcased some thrilling matches, with star players advancing confidently to the next round. Novak Djokovic, a three-time champion at Roland Garros, secured his spot in the second round by defeating Mackenzie McDonald in straight sets, marking his 21st appearance in the illustrious Paris tournament.
Coco Gauff, the second seed, also made her debut, achieving a comfortable straight-sets victory over Australia’s Olivia Gadecki. Following her match, third-seeded Jessica Pegula cruised past Anca Todoni, solidifying a strong start for the American women.
In a particularly thrilling match, Britain’s Cameron Norrie delivered an impressive performance against the 11th seed, Daniil Medvedev, overcoming him in a dramatic five-set showdown. Meanwhile, Jack Draper, seeded fifth, showed resilience as he bounced back from dropping the first set against Mattia Bellucci to secure his progression.
Last year’s rising star, Mirra Andreeva, the sixth seed, navigated her match against Cristina Bucşa with relative ease. Adding to the excitement, Brazilian sensation Joao Fonseca, only 18 years old, dominated 30th seed Hubert Hurkacz, winning in straight sets and continuing his remarkable run in the tournament.
This year’s French Open is shaping up to be a platform for both established champions and emerging talents, promising an exhilarating tournament ahead. As the competition unfolds, fans are left eagerly anticipating the next thrilling encounters.