French Boisson conjures up a fairy tale coup and storms into the quarter-finals!

French Boisson conjures up a fairy tale coup and storms into the quarter-finals!

Paris, Frankreich - On June 2, 2025, the French Loïs Boisson wrote tennis history by reaching the quarter -finals of the French Open. The player, which was currently in third place in the world, prevailed in a gripping match against the Jessica Pegula from the USA, which was set as number three, which she won 3: 6, 6: 4, 6: 4. Boisson had never got beyond the second round of the tournament and is the first French woman to have moved into the round of 16 at Roland Garros since 2017. The tournament gave the tournament additional flair when the spectators spontaneously stated the French national anthem, the Marseillaise, what underlined the emotional moment.

The history of this remarkable return is particularly impressive because Boisson had suffered a cruciate ligament tear in the left knee a year ago and thus had to pause for nine months in competition. After returning to the game, she received a wildcard from the French tennis fuel for the French Open, but has so far not been able to take part in international tournaments due to injuries. The persistence with which she fought back deserves recognition.

the next step

In the quarter -finals, Boisson will meet the Russian Mirra Andrejewa, who defeated Daria Kasatkina 6: 3, 7: 5. While Boisson had some difficulties against Pegula at the beginning, she demonstrated remarkable adaptability. The turn came when she questioned her strategy with drop shots and lobs, which caused Pegula to make mistakes in critical moments. This tactical change was crucial for the victory of Boisson, which electrified her and her fan base.

At the same time, Novak Djokovic demonstrated his shape with a dominant 6: 2, 6: 3, 6: 2 victory over Cameron Norrie and celebrated his 100th success at the French Open. This represents a further step towards his fourth title in Roland Garros and his 25th Grand Slam triumph. With only Rafael Nadal, who has 112 victories, Djokovic's struggle for urgency will remain exciting in the following rounds.

injuries in professional sports

The French Open are not only a race for fame, but also a prime example of the stress that the athletes suffer every day in tennis. The high dynamics of the game implies a high risk of injuries. Studies show that 31-67 % of the tennis injuries affect the lower extremities, while 20-49 % affect the upper extremities, with frequent symptoms such as shoulder and elbow problems. Especially with professionals, a thorough knowledge of the injury risks and patterns is crucial for the development of individual healing plans.

There are also remarkable incidents of injuries in the current tournament. Alexander Zverev won his game against Tallon Griekspoor, who had to give up due to an abdominal muscle injury. Zverev himself faced a coughing fit in the first round by swallowing a fly - a bizarre, but common challenge for athletes who operate at the load limit.

In the junior ranking there is also a promising talent: Thilo Behrmann from Austria reached the quarter -finals, while his compatriot Lilly Tagger survived the first round.

Overall, these events not only mark a further highlight of the French Open, but also the patience, the courage and strategy of the athletes in the face of adverse circumstances that are typical of this dynamic and demanding sport.

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