British tennis player Fran Jones has been knocked out of the French Open in the second round, losing 6-0 7-6 (3) to 27th seed Marie Bouzkova. The defeat leaves Katie Boulter as the sole British representative in the singles draw.
A tough start and a spirited comeback
Jones struggled early on, losing 10 of the first 11 games. However, she mounted a determined fightback in the second set, recovering from 4-1 down to level at 4-4. She had chances to serve out the set but could not capitalise, and Bouzkova dominated the tie-break, winning six consecutive points to seal the match.
First-round triumph and emotional victory
Jones had secured her first Grand Slam main draw win in the opening round against Beatriz Haddad Maia, a victory that moved her to tears due to the personal challenges she has faced. That win is expected to boost her ranking significantly.
The 2026 season has been difficult for Jones, who has dealt with a gluteal injury, a concussion, and her genetic condition, Ectrodactyly Ectodermal Dysplasia. Despite these setbacks, her performance in Paris has shown resilience and promise.
