Grigor Dimitrov Delivers Stunning Upset at Roland-Garros 2025 – Match Highlights, Stats & What’s Next

Grigor Dimitrov primed for another deep run at Roland Garros 2025 Why the Bulgarian could be this year’s surprise package Last season Grigor Dimitrov stormed to his first French Open quarter-final, proving his all-court game translates to the terre battue. Now ranked No. 16, the 33-year-old enters Paris with realistic aspirations of a maiden Grand Slam final. Latest form and fitness update • 2025 record: 14-9 (5-3 on clay) • Best results: Miami Open semi-final, Monte-Carlo quarter-final • Injury watch: after retiring in the Brisbane final and skipping the Australian Open, Dimitrov reported “no lingering issues” in Monte-Carlo. Conditioning sessions in Monaco have emphasised movement and shoulder stability. • Recent setbacks: upset losses to Gabriel Diallo in Madrid and Luca Passaro in Rome underline the need for sharper first-serve percentages. Round-1 spotlight: Dimitrov vs Ethan Quinn This is the first career meeting between Dimitrov and 20-year-old American qualifier Ethan Quinn (ATP #106). Quinn’s booming serve carried him through three qualifying rounds but he owns just a 4-7 tour-level record. Expect Dimitrov to probe the youngster’s backhand with trademark slice-to-forehand combinations and frequent trips to net. Prediction: Dimitrov in four sets. A fast start is crucial; Quinn pushed Carlos Alcaraz to a tiebreak in Barcelona and thrives if allowed time to tee off on forehands. Route through the draw If seeds hold, Dimitrov could face No. 8 Andrey Rublev in the fourth round and defending champion Novak Djokovic in the quarters, the same stage where he fell in 2024. His record against both stands at 4-6 and 1-11 respectively. How to watch and stream • TV: Tennis Channel (US), Eurosport (Europe) • Streaming: Roland-Garros Live, Peacock (US) • Dimitrov vs Quinn court assignment and start time will be released after Friday’s order of play—bookmark this page for updates. Ranking stakes A quarter-final repeat keeps Dimitrov inside the Top 15; a semi-final would see him complete the rare feat of reaching the last four at all four majors and push him toward a return to the Top 10. Off-court buzz fuels headlines Adding extra spotlight, Dimitrov’s recent Madrid outing alongside actress Eiza González set social media alight as the pair were photographed leaving dinner hand-in-hand. While the Bulgarian prefers talking tennis, increased mainstream interest could translate into louder crowds—and more clicks—at Roland Garros. Key takeaways for fans and bettors • Dimitrov’s heavy topspin forehand and net instincts remain weapons on clay. • Fitness is the only red flag; monitor any medical time-outs early in the fortnight. • Early-round value: Dimitrov ‑1.5 sets handicap is appealing against an inexperienced Quinn. Bottom line If Grigor Dimitrov stays healthy, the draw offers a realistic path to the semi-finals and possibly beyond. With momentum, crowd support and a little romance-fueled confidence, 2025 could be the year the “Baby-Fed” label finally matures into Grand Slam champion.