The upcoming French Open in 2024 is eagerly anticipated, especially as it may mark Rafael Nadal’s final appearance at Roland Garros. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, renowned for his outstanding performances on clay courts, was unable to compete in last year’s tournament due to an unfortunate injury. Nonetheless, he is poised to make a comeback this year in an attempt to secure another title in Paris.
Nadal, who boasts an impressive record of 112-3 at Roland Garros, will be entering the competition unseeded this time due to his extended absence for injury recovery. His first-round opponent will be none other than world No. 4 Alexander Zverev, setting the stage for a challenging opening match for the Spanish star.
According to tournament director Amelie Mauresmo, the faceoff between Nadal and Zverev is “coming a little early in the tournament surely,” and presents a formidable challenge for both players.
In the men’s competition, the reigning French Open champion, Novak Djokovic, will kick off the tournament against unseeded Pierre-Hugues Herbert, who will have the advantage of playing on his home turf.
On the women’s side, all eyes will be on Iga Swiatek, the world No. 1, who will be striving to secure her fourth title at Roland Garros. She is currently on a 12-game winning streak and is fresh off triumphs at the Madrid and Italian Open.
Aryna Sabalenka, the women’s world No. 2, will face 19-year-old Erika Andreeva in her opening match at the French Open.
The French Open is scheduled to take place from May 26 to June 9, 2024, at Roland Garros in Paris, France. The tournament will be broadcasted on NBC, Tennis Channel, and Peacock, with streaming options available on fubo for those interested in live coverage.
Some notable first-round matchups in the men’s singles draw include Novak Djokovic vs. Pierre-Hugues Herbert, Jannik Sinner vs. Christopher Eubanks, and Alexander Zverev vs. Rafael Nadal. In the women’s singles draw, Iga Swiatek will face a qualifier, Aryna Sabalenka will play Erika Andreeva, and Coco Gauff will also face a qualifier.
The men’s singles seeds are as follows:
1. Novak Djokovic
2. Jannik Sinner
3. Carlos Alcaraz
4. Alexander Zverev
5. Daniil Medvedev
6. Andrey Rublev
7. Casper Ruud
8. Hubert Hurkacz
9. Stefanos Tsitsipas
10. Grigor Dimitrov
The women’s singles seeds are as follows:
1. Iga Swiatek
2. Aryna Sabalenka
3. Coco Gauff
4. Elena Rybakina
5. Marketa Vondrousova
6. Maria Sakkari
7. Qinwen Zheng
8. Ons Jabeur
9. Jelena Ostapenko
10. Daria Kasatkina
All eyes will be on the star players as they vie for glory at the 2024 French Open. Tennis enthusiasts around the world eagerly anticipate the thrilling matches, upsets, and triumphs that characterize this prestigious tournament.