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, open to competitors worldwide. The top 8 players 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 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 led by a French tennis legend as captain. Fans can watch the teams compete either live or via 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 team captain, expressed his enthusiasm: "Being part of this Final Stage - whether as a consultant, player, or now as a team captain - is always a huge honor 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 compete at the iconic Roland-Garros venue. If you believe you have what it takes to walk among 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 in-app purchases available.
