Lois Boisson’s career was on the line. A torn ACL in her left knee, just 13 days before the 2024 French Open, left her future uncertain. But she didn’t let it break her. With a wild card spot and 23 wins in 24 clay-court matches, Boisson was on a roll before the injury.
A Long Road to Recovery
She spent nine grueling months in recovery, without picking up a racket. No distractions, just focus. Her coach, Jonathan Dasnières de Veigy, helped her get back on track. “No secrets, just hard work and dedication,” he says.
After a remarkable comeback, Boisson defeated Jessica Pegula, the third-ranked player, in the quarterfinals. Then, she took down the sixth-ranked player in the semifinals, saving two set points in the first set. The crowd went wild as she celebrated her win.
Boisson’s story is one of superheroes, not fairy tales. She rose from the ashes, overcoming obstacles to reach the French Open semifinals. As a 22-year-old French player, she’s made history, becoming the first from her country to make it this far since 2011.
With her ranking set to jump over 300 spots, Boisson will enter the top 61. Her prize money has quintupled, with 690,000 euros won in a single tournament. The French tennis world is abuzz, celebrating the birth of a new star.
A tattoo on her right arm reads “Resilience.” It’s a reminder of her strength and perseverance. As she prepares to face Coco Gauff, the second-ranked player, Boisson’s fans know she’s already won, no matter the outcome.