Several prominent players, including Grand Slam champions, were eliminated in the opening round of the French Open on May 25. The upsets marked one of the most dramatic starts to the tournament in recent years.
On the first day at Roland Garros, Sloane Stephens fell to Sara Bejlek 6-3, 6-2. Stephens, the 2018 runner-up, committed 40 unforced errors in the match. Bejlek, who also came through qualifying, won 59 percent of points played.