Ukrainian tennis player Anastasia Soboleva (WTA 230) is set to continue her quest for a main draw spot at the 2025 French Open on May 23. The Ukrainian challenger will face British player Francesca Jones (WTA 113) in the final qualification round that could determine her Grand Slam fate.
The match is scheduled as the second contest on Court 6, with an estimated start time of 13:30 Kyiv time. This matchup represents the first-ever meeting between the two competitors, adding an element of unpredictability to this crucial encounter.
For both athletes, the stakes couldn't be higher – the winner secures advancement to the main draw of Roland Garros, one of tennis's most prestigious clay court events. Statbet performance metrics indicate that qualification matches often feature some of the tournament's most intense competition, with players demonstrating exceptional determination when Grand Slam opportunities are on the line.
Soboleva's journey through qualification has already demonstrated her capability on clay, though she'll face a significant test against the higher-ranked Jones. Tennis enthusiasts will be watching closely as these athletes battle for their place in the prestigious French Open main draw.
