"Lois Boisson, a wildcard ranked No 361, stunned sixth seed Mirra Andreeva 7-6, 6-3 to become the lowest-ranked Grand Slam semi-finalist in 40 years."
"Never facing a top-50 opponent before, Boisson's run includes defeating Andreeva, showcasing her extraordinary journey from relative obscurity to prominence at Roland Garros."
Lois Boisson, a French wildcard ranked No 361, achieved a historic upset at the French Open by defeating sixth seed Mirra Andreeva, advancing to the semi-finals. Boisson, despite her inexperience and previous ranking challenges, rallied the enthusiastic support of the French crowd. This win marks her as the lowest-ranked Grand Slam semi-finalist in 40 years and only the third player to reach a semi-final in their first major tournament since 1980. Upcoming, she faces the second seed Coco Gauff, fueled by her dream of winning Roland Garros.
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