If there was any doubt that the Roland-Garros eSeries by Renault stands as one of the premier esports tournaments, let's put that to rest. An impressive 515,000 players from 221 countries engaged in 9.5 million Tennis Clash matches, all vying for a coveted spot in the Final Stage. Now, eight finalists have emerged, set to make the event unforgettable.
Reigning champion Alessandro Bianco, alongside the winner of the first Open Qualifier, Hizir Balkanci, will be joined by Anyndia Lestari, Omer Feder, Adjua Thembisa Boucher, Eugen Mosdir, Bartu Yildirim, and Samuel Sanin Ortiz. They are poised to compete fiercely on May 24th at the Roland-Garros Tenniseum.
This year's tournament format is set to electrify fans. The eight finalists will be divided into two teams, each led by a tennis legend. Former ATP world Number 6 and last year's finalist, Gilles Simon, will captain one team, while former Wimbledon Champion Marion Bartoli will helm the other.
These teams will engage in a series of intense matches. The victors will advance to the Winner Bracket, but the competition doesn't end for those who fall short. Eliminated players will have a second chance in the Loser Bracket, where teams disband, and the battle for the title of Roland-Garros eSeries champion continues until only one remains.
Ensuring the entertainment value is high, Samuel Etienne, a celebrated French personality and Twitch streamer with over 1 million followers, will host the event. He will be joined by esports expert Quento and former Tennis Clash number 1, Benny, known as GP365. The tournament will immerse viewers in the Roland-Garros spirit, featuring a replica of the iconic Philippe-Chatrier court and custom outfits. Esteemed French umpire Aurélie Tourte will officiate what promises to be a thrilling series of matches.
The event will welcome 250 spectators at the auditorium and will be live-streamed on Samuel Etienne’s Twitch and the Roland-Garros YouTube channels at 4pm CEST. Viewers can enjoy every match, participate in interactive segments, and witness special guests engage in passionate discussions about tennis and eTennis, making for a fun and engaging experience.
