French Open 2025: Spotlight on British Tennis Stars Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu

As the French Open 2025 approaches, British tennis stars Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu are set to shine on the clay courts of Roland Garros.

With the second major of the year on the horizon, Britain's tennis stars are gearing up for another shot at glory. Roland Garros' clay courts have not traditionally been a happy hunting ground for Brits, particularly for its male players. However, this year, the spotlight is firmly on Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu as they aim to make history.

Men's Singles: Jack Draper

World Ranking: No. 5 (British No. 1) Form: Jack Draper has long been touted as Andy Murray's successor, but a major triumph has so far eluded him. However, there are signs that could soon change. From winning the first ATP tour title of his career at the Stuttgart Open in June last year to an Indian Wells success in March -- and a US Open semifinal in between -- his eye-catching rise over the last 12 months now sees him considered as one of the leading contenders to lift La Coupe des Mousquetaires in Paris.

The 23-year-old rubberstamped his credentials by reaching the first clay-court final of his career in Madrid earlier this month, and in doing so became the first Brit since Murray to break into the top five of the world rankings. Draper has had his battles with injuries during his nascent career, but if he can hit his best level in Roland Garros then he can make the leap to superstardom.

Last Year's Performance: First round Best Result at Roland Garros: First round (2023, 2024, 2025)

Women's Singles: Emma Raducanu

World Ranking: No. 43 (British No. 2) Form: Emma Raducanu's rise and fall has been well documented, but the former US Open winner could well be set for a famous comeback. She appears to be thriving under the "informal" coaching arrangement she has struck up with Mark Petchey. She may have been soundly beaten by world No. 2 Iga Swiatek in Australia, but has since made a run to the quarterfinals of the Miami Open and Italian Open round of 16.

There were fresh fitness concerns on Wednesday, though, as Raducanu suffered an injury scare just four days before the French Open in a three-set defeat to Danielle Collins.

Last Year's Performance: Withdrew from French Open qualifying Best Result at Roland Garros: Second round (2022)

Other British Stars to Watch

  • Jacob Fearnley: World Ranking No. 57 (British No. 2)
  • Cameron Norrie: World Ranking No. 91 (British No. 3)
  • Katie Boulter: World Ranking No. 38 (British No. 1)

As the tournament unfolds, all eyes will be on these British stars as they aim to make their mark on the clay courts of Roland Garros. Stay tuned for daily updates, match schedules, and more.

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