Iga Świątek, the world number one and three-time French Open champion, showcased her prowess on clay once again as she breezed past France’s Leolia Jeanjean in the first round of the 2024 French Open. The Polish star secured a commanding 6:1, 6:2 victory, setting the tone for her campaign to capture a fourth title at Roland Garros.
A Confident Start for the Top Seed
Świątek entered the French Open as the favorite, given her impressive track record at this Grand Slam. She didn’t disappoint in her opening match, demonstrating why she’s regarded as the queen of clay. Facing Leolia Jeanjean, a qualifier ranked 143rd in the world, Świątek wasted no time asserting her dominance. The match saw Świątek’s powerful baseline play and precise shot-making, overwhelming her opponent and allowing her to control the game from start to finish.
Looking Ahead: Clash with Naomi Osaka
With her first-round victory secured, Świątek now prepares for a more challenging opponent in the second round—former world number one Naomi Osaka. Osaka, who battled past Lucia Bronzetti in a tight three-setter, will undoubtedly provide a sterner test for Świątek. This upcoming match promises to be a highlight of the early rounds, pitting two Grand Slam champions against each other.
Path to the Title: Potential Obstacles
Świątek’s Projected Route:
- Round 1: Defeated Leolia Jeanjean
- Round 2: Naomi Osaka
- Round 3: Potential matchups include Marie Bouzkova, Jessica Bouzas, or Jana Fett
- Round 4: Possible opponents are Barbora Krejcikova, Anastasia Potapova, or Ekaterina Alexandrova
- Quarterfinals: Likely contenders include Marketa Vondrousova, Marta Kostyuk, Katerina Siniakova, or Danielle Collins
- Semifinals: Could face players like Coco Gauff, Beatriz Haddad Maia, Ons Jabeur, or Jelena Ostapenko
- Final: Possible challengers are Aryna Sabalenka, Jelena Rybakina, Maria Sakkari, or Qinwen Zheng
French Open 2024: Schedule and Rewards
Tournament Schedule:
- Round 1: May 26-28
- Round 2: May 29-30
- Round 3: May 31 – June 1
- Round 4: June 2-3
- Quarterfinals: June 4-5
- Semifinals: June 6
- Final: June 8
Prize Money and Points:
- Round 1: €73,000 / 10 points
- Round 2: €110,000 / 70 points
- Round 3: €158,000 / 130 points
- Round 4: €250,000 / 240 points
- Quarterfinals: €415,000 / 430 points
- Semifinals: €650,000 / 780 points
- Finalist: €1,200,000 / 1300 points
- Winner: €2,400,000 / 2000 points
Świątek’s Quest for a Fourth Title
Świątek’s dominant performance against Jeanjean is a promising start to her 2024 French Open journey. With her eyes set on a fourth Roland Garros title, she will need to maintain her high level of play as the competition intensifies. Fans and analysts alike will be eagerly watching her progress, particularly in her next match against Osaka, which is anticipated to be a thrilling encounter.
As the French Open unfolds, Świątek’s path to the title is filled with formidable opponents, but her recent form and clay-court expertise position her as a strong contender to lift the trophy once again. The tennis world waits in anticipation to see if Świątek can continue her reign in Paris.
