Wildcard Loïs Boisson Stuns at French Open 2025, Reaches Semifinals in Historic Run
In one of the most inspiring stories in recent tennis history, French wildcard Loïs Boisson has shocked the tennis world by advancing to the semifinals of the 2025 French Open. Ranked No. 361 and playing in her Roland-Garros debut, the 22-year-old stunned sixth seed Mirra Andreeva 7-6(6), 6-3 on a packed Court Philippe-Chatrier, sending the home crowd into raptures.
From the very first moments of the match, the French crowd made their loyalty clear with a rousing rendition of La Marseillaise, determined to carry their hometown hero through every point.
Boisson’s journey is nothing short of miraculous. Before this tournament, she had never beaten a top-90 player or faced anyone ranked in the top 50. She entered Roland-Garros with just one tour-level win, earned in Rouen earlier this year. Yet, with remarkable grit and talent, she’s become the lowest-ranked Grand Slam semifinalist in 40 years and only the third player since 1989 to reach the semis on her major debut, joining legends Monica Seles and Jennifer Capriati.
Her reward? A semifinal clash against world No. 2 Coco Gauff, who overcame Madison Keys 6-7(6), 6-4, 6-1 in a gritty quarterfinal.
A Remarkable Comeback from Injury
Boisson’s rise is even more impressive considering she suffered a torn ACL just a year ago at a small warm-up tournament in Paris. The injury forced her into six months of rehabilitation. Now, one year later, she has not only returned but risen to become France’s new No. 1 female player.
“This is not a miracle,” Boisson said. “I’ve had a little bit of luck, yes, but it’s all the hard work I’ve put in—especially after my injury. This is the result of that work.”
The Match: Boisson vs Andreeva
Despite early dominance from 18-year-old Andreeva, Boisson held firm under pressure. The Russian led 5-3 in the first set and held a set point, but the French wildcard found her rhythm just in time, aided by a passionate crowd of 15,000 fans.
Boisson used her heavy topspin forehand, smart variation, and athletic court coverage to shift momentum. As Andreeva’s game faltered under the emotional weight of the crowd and match pressure, Boisson stayed composed, showing championship-level poise in the biggest moment of her career.
“This is every French player’s dream,” Boisson said. “To win Roland Garros. I’m not stopping at the semifinal—I’ll give everything for the title.”
