65: 2025 Roland Garros: Rafa’s Goodbye, Round 1 Recap & Round 2 Preview | Something Major | EP 65

Roland Garros is underway, which means we’re back with Something Major, our round-by-round recap and preview show from the second Grand Slam of 2025. For the next two weeks, we’ll be dropping episodes every other day, keeping you locked in on all the action from Paris. We kick off this episode with Rafa’s emotional retirement ceremony, then dive into the chaos and highlights from Round 1. From a few American shockers to business-like performances from the top seeds, there was no shortage of storylines through the first three days in the French capital. The boys close out the episode by previewing Round 2 and revealing their updated Roland Garros men’s brackets. And finally, some exciting news: Nothing Major merch has officially landed!! Grab yours now at Tennis Warehouse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/catpage-NMPODPP.html 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:58 Rafael Nadal Tribute Discussion 02:38 First Round Upsets and Highlights 04:27 Medvedev vs. Norrie Match Analysis 07:27 American Players' Performance 11:06 Women's Tournament Highlights 13:58 Round Two Previews 16:03 Tommy Paul vs. Martin Fvi Analysis 16:46 Gael Monfils Match Update 17:18 Media Dining and Long Workdays 17:38 Richard Gasquet's Upcoming Match 17:47 Over/Under Game Predictions 18:26 Gasquet's Chances Against Sinner 20:29 Nadal vs. Federer Ceremony Comparison 21:44 Naming the Stadium After Nadal 23:42 Djokovic's Future Celebration 25:05 Wrap-Up and Merch Announcement