PARIS, May 30 – French tennis player Diane Parry achieved a remarkable upset victory, defeating American Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 4-6, 7-6(3) on Saturday to reach her first Grand Slam fourth round at the French Open. Parry represents the final French competitor remaining in the women’s tournament.
The 23-year-old player, currently ranked 92nd globally, thrilled spectators at Court Philippe Chatrier by defeating Anisimova, who holds the sixth seed position. The American has previously reached major finals twice at Wimbledon and the U.S. Open in 2025, and also made the semi-finals at Roland Garros in 2019.
Parry experienced early difficulties, trailing 3-1 in the first set before mounting an impressive comeback with five consecutive games to secure the set on her third opportunity. Anisimova responded strongly in the second set, breaking Parry’s serve at a crucial moment to push the match to a final set.
The concluding set delivered high drama as Parry gained a service break to lead 4-3, but Anisimova immediately responded with her own break, heightening the match’s intensity. The decisive tiebreak showcased Parry’s determination as she seized early control and secured the victory on her initial match point following two hours and 44 minutes of play.
The French player, who supports soccer team Paris St Germain, expressed relief at completing her third-round match before the team’s Champions League final against Arsenal.
“So happy I have experienced this match in this atmosphere, you were exceptional. It was a big day with my match and PSG’s final awaiting us,” Parry said on court.
This victory marks Parry’s second career win against a top-10 opponent and guarantees French representation in the tournament’s second week for the third consecutive year.
Parry’s next opponent will be Poland’s Maja Chwalinska, who holds the 114th world ranking. Chwalinska is making her debut appearance at the French Open and has emerged as an unexpected success story with her impressive advancement to the round of 16.
