Loïs Boisson, the French tennis player who captured attention with her breakthrough run to the semifinals of Roland Garros, has spoken about her emotional and physical struggles ahead of her return to competition at the Madrid Open. The 22-year-old says she is “finally back on court” after a long spell on the sidelines due to injuries.
Boisson became one of the standout stories of the 2025 season when she entered Roland Garros as a low-ranked player and stunned the tennis world by reaching the last four, defeating top opponents including Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva along the way. Her rapid rise continued with a title on clay in Hamburg, pushing her into the world’s top 50.
However, her momentum was halted by a series of injuries that kept her out of action for several months. She has not competed since September, when she retired during the Beijing tournament, and has since dealt with recurring physical setbacks and disrupted preparation periods.
Reflecting on the difficult phase, Boisson admitted that the period away from tennis was the most challenging of her career, particularly on a mental level. She revealed that repeated injuries and unclear recovery timelines contributed to frustration and uncertainty, resulting in several delayed comebacks.
Despite the setbacks, Boisson says she has learned important lessons during her recovery and feels stronger heading into her return. She emphasized that the experience has helped her grow mentally and better understand how to manage pressure and setbacks in professional sport.
Now ranked inside the top 50, Boisson is set to return at the Madrid Open, where she will play on her preferred clay surface. She opens her campaign against American player Peyton Stearns and says her main goal is simply to enjoy being back on court without pain, while gradually rebuilding her competitive rhythm.
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