The second round of the French Open 2025 delivered thrilling action on Thursday, 29 May. Players battled hard on every court at Roland Garros. As a result, the day featured surprise exits, long matches, and dominant performances.

Sinner Extends Streak and Ends Gasquet's Career

Italian star Jannik Sinner continued his fine form. He defeated French veteran Richard Gasquet in straight sets. Consequently, he stretched his winning streak against players ranked outside the top 20 to 63 matches.

Sinner won 6-3, 6-0, 6-4. Although he dominated the match, the spotlight remained on Gasquet. Notably, this match marked the end of Gasquet’s 23-year-long career at Roland Garros.

Gasquet Honored by Fans and Tournament

After the match, fans gave Gasquet a standing ovation. He addressed the crowd and received a special trophy.

“I’ve thought a lot about this day, you hope it never comes, but today is it,” Gasquet said.

He added, “I can’t dream of anything better than standing on this incredible court, the most beautiful court in the world.”

An Emotional End to a Legendary Career

Despite the loss, Gasquet’s farewell turned into a celebration. The French crowd honored him with loud cheers and heartfelt applause. Meanwhile, Sinner quietly advanced to the next round.