Britain’s Jones one win from French Open debut

French Open 2025

Dates: May 25 through June 8th, Location: Roland Garros, Paris

Francesca Jones, a Brit, is one win away from the French Open main draw, but Dan Evans suffered a defeat in Paris’ second qualifying round.

World No. 113 Jones fought back from a set down to defeat Mai Hontama from Japan 2-6, 6-3, 6-4, in the final qualifying round.

The main draw will begin on Sunday when the 24-year-old faces Ukrainian Anastasiia Soboleva, a 230-ranked player.

Clement Tabur, the 311th-ranked Frenchman, defeated Evans 6-1, 6-3, in an effort to make his eighth appearance at Roland Garros.

After a difficult two hours and 17 minutes, Jones clearly enjoyed her second qualifying encounter.

Before Jones took control of the second set, the players exchanged six consecutive serve breaks at the start of the second.

She would win the match if she won it in four games straight, but the tension only grew as the match drew to a close with five more breakups.

Crucially, Jones was the first to dig in on serve in the second set, giving her a springboard to victory as she won her third match point.

Before turning to embrace her supporters in the crowd, the Briton exuded joy.

Former US Open champion Marin Cilic is also qualified for the final round of qualifying for the men’s event.