If you're eager to showcase your tennis prowess in the virtual realm, Tennis Clash by Wildlife Studio offers the perfect stage. With a staggering five million monthly players and over 170 million downloads, this popular esports game is set to host the 2025 edition of the Roland-Garros eSeries by Renault, organized by the French Tennis Federation (FFT). This exciting event provides players with the opportunity to compete for a coveted spot in the Final Stage in Paris.
The journey to the top begins with three qualifying stages in March and April, where competitors from around the world will vie for a place among the top 8 players. These finalists will then face off in a thrilling showdown on May 24th at the Roland-Garros Tenniseum auditorium. Supported by event partners Renault and Mastercard, the tournament promises an immersive experience, complete with in-game announcements voiced by the internationally renowned French referee, Aurélie Tourte. Loading screens will also feature the special Renault 5 Roland-Garros Series, adding to the event's allure.
A new team-based format for the Final Stage introduces an exciting twist, with each team being led by a French tennis legend as their captain. Fans can watch the teams compete either as part of a live audience or via a livestream on Twitch. The competition is fierce, with a €5,000 prize pool to be shared between the winner and the runner-up.
Gilles Simon, a longtime commentator and now a team captain, expressed his enthusiasm for the new format: "Being part of this Final Stage - whether as a consultant, player, or now as a team captain - is always a huge honour for me. I am very excited about this new competition format and determined to prove to the other captain that my years of experience in the game will give my team a real advantage."
All qualifiers will have the unique opportunity to attend and compete at the iconic Roland-Garros venue. If you believe you have what it takes to walk among the tennis greats, you can register for one of the Open Qualifiers on Tennis Clash, available for free-to-play on the App Store or Google Play, with optional in-app purchases.
