MusaRoland Garros is known for its drama, clay-court battles, and five-set marathons—but on Day One, Lorenzo Musetti and Aryna Sabalenka made sure there was none of that. The two stars breezed through their opening matches like it was just another training session, sending a loud and clear message to the rest of the field: they’re here to play, and they’re not in the mood for complications.
For Musetti, the French Open has always had a touch of romance. The Italian’s elegant one-handed backhand looked right at home on the red clay, as he dismantled his opponent with finesse and flair. Cool, calm, and collected, Musetti showed no signs of nerves or rust, cruising into the second round with minimal fuss. If the draw opens up, the 22-year-old dark horse could be poised for another deep Parisian run.
Meanwhile, over on the women’s side, Aryna Sabalenka wasted no time reminding everyone why she’s one of the tournament favorites. The Belarusian powerhouse delivered her trademark thunderbolts from the baseline, bullying her way through rallies and closing out the match in straight sets. There were no double-fault meltdowns, no drama—just business. A calm, composed Sabalenka is a scary prospect, especially on clay where she’s steadily improving.
With both players advancing in style, the message is clear: forget the early-round jitters. Musetti and Sabalenka are locked in, dialed up, and ready to shake things up in Paris. If this is their “easy mode,” the rest of the draw better brace for what’s coming next.
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John Owolabi