Top five players with most match wins at French Open in Open Era

Rafael Nadal continues to dominate all Roland Garros records.

The French Open has long been a proving ground for tennis greatness, especially on the grueling clay courts of Roland Garros. While titles often define legacies, the number of match wins speaks volumes about a player’s consistency, endurance, and longevity on this demanding surface.

On that note, let’s take a look at the top five players with the most match wins at the French Open in the Open Era.

5. Bjorn Borg – 49 wins

Bjorn Borg’s impact on the French Open is undeniable, boasting a 49-2 overall record. Borg won six French Open titles, four of which were consecutive from 1978 to 1981. Undefeated in six French Open finals, the Swedish icon dominated the Parisian clay with his baseline prowess. His stunning match/win percentage at the majors (141-16) is unsurpassed in the Open Era.

4. Ivan Lendl – 53 wins

Ivan Lendl had a prolific French Open career, emerging victorious in 53 of his matches and claiming three titles in Paris, including a title defense and reaching five finals overall. His most iconic victory came in 1984, when he came from two sets down to defeat John McEnroe in one of the tournament’s greatest comebacks.

3. Roger Federer – 73 wins

Roger Federer’s journey at Roland Garros was defined by persistence and adaptability. After losing to Nadal in four finals, Federer finally won in 2009 and completed his career Grand Slam. He reached five finals overall and won 73 matches at the French Open, demonstrating his versatility in playing on all surfaces.

Despite Garros being his least favourite venue of the four Grand Slams, his aesthetic playing style helped him win the love of the French crowd.

2. Novak Djokovic – 96 wins

Novak Djokovic’s French Open journey has been marked by resilience and historic milestones. After several near-misses, he won his first title in 2016, completing the career Grand Slam and becoming only the third man to hold all four majors simultaneously. A three-time champion in Paris as of May 2025, Djokovic’s standout victories include defeating Rafael Nadal in 2015 and 2021.

1. Rafael Nadal – 112 wins

It is no surprise that Rafael Nadal leads the chart of most wins in French Open history, with a record 14 titles and an astounding 112–4 match record, translating to a 96.6% win rate. His sensational journey began with a title on debut in 2005, and over the years, he has registered iconic wins over Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray.

The Spaniard won nine of his first ten appearances and is the only player to claim four consecutive titles on three separate occasions. His 2017 triumph, where he didn’t drop a set and lost just 35 games, exemplifies his clay-court supremacy.

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