The second of tennis' Grand Slam events gets underway on May 25 with the start of the French Open. The clay-court tournament is one where a slower surface speed puts an emphasis on the ability to win extended rallies and play off the baseline rather than relying on a dominant serve.

In less than 24 hours, the 2025 French Open will officially kick off. Despite the absence of 14-time champion Rafael Nadal, who retired prior to this season, the tournament still features plenty of captivating storylines.

Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 French Open, including the dates, schedule and draw for the prestigious event. The 2025 French Open takes place between May 25 and June 8. Singles play begins May 25,