Australia heads into the 2025 French Open with one of its largest and most diverse contingents in recent years, boasting 15 main-draw singles entrants-eight men and seven women-thanks to direct acceptances and wildcards. The tournament begins Sunday, 25 May, at Roland Garros, with the green-and-gold hopefuls aiming to make an impact on the Parisian clay.
Men’s Singles
Alex de Minaur (World No. 8): De Minaur leads the Australian charge as a top-10 seed and 2024 quarterfinalist. Despite a recent setback in Rome, where he lost in the round of 16 to Tommy Paul, de Minaur remains Australia’s best hope for a deep run. He has shown improved clay-court form this year, including a win over Daniil Medvedev in Monte Carlo, but consistency against top opponents remains a challenge.
Melbourne, Australia; 12th Jan 2025: Alex de Minaur of Australia during a practice session at the Australian Open. Melbourne, Australia. (Photo Credit: Rob Keating/RobiciaTennisPhotography)
Alexei Popyrin (World No. 25): With a career-high ranking and potential seeding, Popyrin is positioned for his best-ever Roland Garros showing.
Jordan Thompson & Christopher O’Connell: Both have reached the third round in Paris before and bring valuable experience.
Aleksandar Vukic, Rinky Hijikata, Adam Walton: These players are seeking their first main-draw wins at Roland Garros.
Tristan Schoolkate: Awarded a wildcard after a strong year, Schoolkate will make his main-draw debut.
Tristan Schoolkate received a wildcard. (Photo Credit: Rob Keating/RobiciaTennisPhotography)
Nick Kyrgios will be teaming up with Jordan Thompson in the doubles. (Since the article was first published, Kyrgios has withdrawn.
Women’s Singles
Daria Kasatkina (World No. 15): The Russian-born Australian is making her Slam debut for Australia and brings a clay pedigree, having reached the Roland Garros semifinals in 2022. She recently dominated at the Charleston Open and is seen as a strong contender to go deep in Paris.
Ajla Tomljanovic: A former fourth-rounder in Paris, Tomljanovic is back in the main draw and looking to recapture her best form.
Kimberly Birrell, Olivia Gadecki, Maya Joint: Birrell makes her second main-draw appearance, while Gadecki and Joint debut at Roland Garros.
Destanee Aiava: The wildcard recipient, ranked No. 157, has shown promise with recent Slam breakthroughs and will look to build on that momentum.
Storm Hunter: Returns on a protected ranking and will compete in qualifying, hoping to join the main draw.
Doubles
Nick Kyrgios: While not competing in singles, Kyrgios will return to Roland Garros for the first time since 2017, partnering with Jordan Thompson in doubles. Kyrgios has withdrawn. Thompson is now partnering Jason Kubler, the 2023 Australian Open doubles champion.
Qualifying & Wildcards
The main-draw numbers could grow further, with 14 Australians contesting the qualifying rounds and more wildcards possible.
Key Storylines
De Minaur’s Quest: Can Alex de Minaur translate his hard-court success and improved clay form into a career-best Slam run?
Kasatkina’s Debut: How far can Kasatkina go representing Australia for the first time at a major, given her proven clay-court credentials?
Rising Stars: Watch for Aiava, Schoolkate, Gadecki, and Joint as they look to make their mark and possibly spring upsets.
Doubles Spotlight: Kyrgios’ return in doubles adds star power and intrigue to the Australian campaign.
With a mix of established names, promising debutants, and returning veterans, Australia’s presence at Roland Garros 2025 is stronger than it has been in decades. The stage is set for potential breakthroughs and memorable moments on the red clay of Paris.
Maya Joint
Women’s Singles
