Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek Land in Same Half of Roland Garros Women’s Draw

And just like that, Roland Garros 2025 got spicy. The two fiercest rivals in women’s tennis—world No. 1 Iga Swiatek and powerhouse Aryna Sabalenka—have landed in the same half of the French Open draw. Forget the final; the fireworks might come early this year.

Fans were hoping for a Swiatek-Sabalenka showdown on the grandest clay stage in the final. Instead, we’re staring down the barrel of a high-stakes semifinal that could shake Court Philippe-Chatrier to its core. Swiatek, the reigning queen of clay and three-time French Open champion, has owned this surface. But Sabalenka? She’s the wrecking ball who’s made it her mission to dethrone the Polish phenom—and she’s never been closer.

The WTA has craved rivalries with teeth, and this one’s got bite. With contrasting styles—Swiatek’s surgical precision versus Sabalenka’s raw power—this potential clash is a tennis fan’s dream and a sports psychologist’s field day.

But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Both still have to survive the first five rounds, and Roland Garros is never short on surprises. Still, the draw has set the stage for drama, tension, and possibly the match of the tournament before the final even arrives.

One thing’s for sure: if Swiatek wants to defend her crown, she’ll have to go through the WTA’s most explosive force. And if Sabalenka wants revenge? She now knows exactly where to find it. Buckle up—Paris just got personal.