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.html00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:58 Rafael Nadal Tribute Discussion02:38 First Round Upsets and Highlights04:27 Medvedev vs. Norrie Match Analysis07:27 American Players' Performance11:06 Women's Tournament Highlights13:58 Round Two Previews16:03 Tommy Paul vs. Martin Fvi Analysis16:46 Gael Monfils Match Update17:18 Media Dining and Long Workdays17:38 Richard Gasquet's Upcoming Match17:47 Over/Under Game Predictions18:26 Gasquet's Chances Against Sinner20:29 Nadal vs. Federer Ceremony Comparison21:44 Naming the Stadium After Nadal23:42 Djokovic's Future Celebration25:05 Wrap-Up and Merch Announcement