"Roland-Garros eSeries by Renault Finals Start May 24th in Spectacular Display"

The Roland-Garros eSeries by Renault has officially announced its eight finalists, setting the stage for an unforgettable eSports event. With a staggering 515,000 players from 221 countries participating in 9.5 million Tennis Clash matches, the competition was fierce, but only eight players have advanced to the Final Stage.

Reigning champion Alessandro Bianco will defend his title against formidable opponents including Hizir Balkanci, the winner of the first Open Qualifier, along with Anyndia Lestari, Omer Feder, Adjua Thembisa Boucher, Eugen Mosdir, Bartu Yildirim, and Samuel Sanin Ortiz. The showdown is scheduled for May 24th at the Roland-Garros Tenniseum, promising an intense battle.

Adding to the excitement, the tournament's format introduces a thrilling twist. The finalists will be divided into two teams, each led by a tennis legend. Former ATP world Number 6, Gilles Simon, who was also among last year's finalists, will captain one team, while former Wimbledon Champion Marion Bartoli will lead the other.

The teams will compete in a series of matches, with the winners advancing to the Winner Bracket. Meanwhile, those who are eliminated will have a second chance in the Loser Bracket, where individual competition resumes, and only one player will emerge as the Roland-Garros eSeries champion.

The entertainment factor is not overlooked, with renowned French personality and Twitch streamer Samuel Etienne, boasting over 1 million followers, hosting the event. He will be joined by esports expert Quento and former Tennis Clash number 1, Benny (GP365). The tournament will embrace the Roland-Garros spirit, featuring a replica of the iconic Philippe-Chatrier court and custom outfits. Adding to the authenticity, esteemed French umpire Aurélie Tourte will officiate the matches.

250 spectators will have the privilege of attending the event live at the auditorium, while fans worldwide can watch the action unfold on Samuel Etienne’s Twitch channel and the Roland-Garros YouTube channel, starting at 4pm CEST. Viewers can expect to enjoy every match, along with interactive segments and passionate discussions with special guests from the worlds of tennis and eTennis.