Aryna Sabalenka defeated Iga Swiatek in a thrilling semi-final at the 2025 French Open, ending Swiatek’s 26-match winning streak at Roland-Garros and securing her first final appearance at the tournament. The match was intense, with Sabalenka initially leading 3-0 and 4-1, but Swiatek fought back to level the first set. Sabalenka eventually won a tight tiebreak 7-1, and after a fierce second set where Swiatek made more net forays, Sabalenka dominated the third set 6-0 to claim victory. Sabalenka, ranked world No.1, expressed her excitement, saying, "Honestly it feels incredible. I understand the job is not done yet but I’m thrilled with the performance and this win." This victory marks Sabalenka’s first Grand Slam final on clay, and she now advances to face either Coco Gauff or Lois Boisson in the final. Meanwhile, the women's semi-finals feature top seeds Gauff and Sabalenka, with Gauff reaching her first semi-final and Boisson making a remarkable run from world No.361 to semi-finalist. The tournament also saw Italian pair Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori win the mixed doubles title, defeating Americans Townsend and King in straight sets. The day’s action highlights include Djokovic’s strategic win over Zverev and Sinner’s quick progression in the men's singles. Overall, Sabalenka’s powerful performance and her tattoo, symbolizing personal significance, have made her a standout contender in this year’s tournament.