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How Nadal can defy all odds to beat Zverev in blockbuster French Open tie

Published on May 27, 2024 10:57 AM IST

Does Rafael Nadal stand a chance to beat in-form Alexander Zverev Zverev on Monday in French Open round one tie?

Spain's Rafael Nadal during a practice session (REUTERS)

ByAratrick Mondal

Nadal vs Zverev, French Open 2024: Live streaming details, time in IST, H2H tie

The 22-time Grand Slam champion, Rafael Nadal, unseeded in Paris, is all set to face Alexander Zverev in round one of 2024 French Open

Rafael Nadal will face Alexander Zverev in round one of French Open 2024(Reuters)

Published on May 27, 2024 09:08 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Carlos Alcaraz makes confident start at French Open, Naomi Osaka advances

It was the Spaniard's first win since coming back from the right forearm injury that sidelined him for almost a month.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his first round match against JJ Wolf of the United States (REUTERS)

Published on May 27, 2024 12:46 AM IST

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‘When you’re not seeded…': Nadal unperturbed by French Open opener vs Zverev

Rafael Nadal appeared unperturbed ahead of his French Open 2024 blockbuster opener vs Alexander Zverev.

Rafael Nadal holds a press conference during the French Open.(AFP)

Published on May 26, 2024 01:22 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Nadal's French Open request answered as Spaniard gains advantage in Zverev clash

Overall, Rafael Nadal enjoys a dominating 7-3 lead in the head-to-head record against Alexander Zverev

Spain's Rafael Nadal takes part in a practice session during the French Open tennis tournament on Court Philippe-Chatrier at the Roland Garros Complex in Paris (AFP)

Published on May 26, 2024 01:19 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

French Open 2024, live streaming: When and where to watch on TV and online

All eyes will be on Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek as the French Open 2024 begins on Sunday. Here are the live streaming details.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic takes part in a practice session during the French Open.(AFP)

Published on May 26, 2024 08:36 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Naomi Osaka, Carlos Alcaraz bring curtain up on French Open 2024

Alcaraz, the reigning Wimbledon champion, begins his campaign against J.J. Wolf of the United States, a lucky loser from qualifying.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz returns the ball to Russia's Andrey Rublev during the 2024 ATP Tour Madrid Open tournament quarter-final tennis match at Caja Magica in Madrid (AFP)

Published on May 26, 2024 08:27 AM IST

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Open season for men at the Roland Garros

With 14-time champion Nadal and Djokovic finally slowing down, many contenders bid to cash in at the French Open.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic hugs Spain's Rafael Nadal during a practice session.(REUTERS)

Published on May 25, 2024 10:49 PM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi

Rafael Nadal responds to speculations on playing final French Open of his career

Rafael Nadal isn't quite ready to say goodbye to the most "magical place" in his career.

Spain's Rafael Nadal during the press conference (REUTERS)

Published on May 25, 2024 06:31 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Bit of luck, play tennis of his life: Devvarman on Nagal's French Open chances

Sumit Nagal has been handed a tough opening match at the Roland Garros, where he will be up against World No.18 Karen Khachanov

India's Sumit Nagal reacts after a point as he plays against Denmark's Holger Rune during their Monte Carlo ATP Masters Series Tournament(AFP)

Published on May 25, 2024 12:56 PM IST

ByAratrick Mondal

Djokovic loses Geneva semi and goes to French Open with no titles in 2024

Djokovic's record in 2024 dropped to 14-6 overall and 0-3 in semifinals, including at the Australian Open against Jannik Sinner.

Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, reacts after losing a point as he plays Tomas Machac, of the Czech Republic, during their semi-final match, at the ATP 250 Geneva Open tennis tournament in Geneva, Switzerland, Friday, May 24(AP)

Published on May 24, 2024 09:52 PM IST

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In Paris, Swiatek on the cusp of joining a league of legends

The world no.1 will bid to become the first woman to walk away with three straight French Open titles since Henin in 2007

Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates during French Open 2023(AP)

Published on May 24, 2024 09:16 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta

Nadal, Djokovic and an unfamiliar tag at the French Open

The two ageing giants, with 46 Grand Slam triumphs between them, have zero titles this season.

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic(Reuters)

Updated on May 24, 2024 08:24 AM IST

ByRutvick Mehta

French Open 2024: Rafael Nadal vs Alexander Zverev in blockbuster round-one tie

The 2024 French Open could possibly be Rafael Nadal's final Grand Slam appearance of his career.

Alexander Zverev and Rafael Nadal ahead of their French Open face off in 2022

Updated on May 23, 2024 06:58 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

French Open draw: Swiatek vs Osaka on cards; Sabalenka, Rybakina in same half

Iga Swiatek, who is gunning for a record fourth title on Parisian clay, also has reigning US Open winner Coco Gauff in the same half of the draw.

Poland's Iga Swiatek poses with her Suzanne Lenglen trophy after winning her final match against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova (REUTERS)

Updated on May 23, 2024 07:20 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

French Open 2024 draw Live Streaming: When and where to watch

French Open 2024 draws Live Streaming: Here is all you need to know about the men's and women's singles draw of French Open 2024

Spain's Rafael Nadal takes part in a practice session ahead of The French Open tennis tournament on Court Philippe-Chatrier at The Roland Garros Complex in Paris on May 22, 2024(AFP)

Updated on May 23, 2024 05:29 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Sumit Nagal set for Wimbledon debut: Indian tennis star qualifies for main draw

Sumit Nagal is set for his Wimbledon debut as the tennis ace has punched his tickets for the main draw of the Grand Slam event.

Sumit Nagal in action during his round of 32 match against Denmark's Holger Rune(REUTERS)

Published on May 22, 2024 07:54 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Sumit Nagal bows out of Geneva Open after loss to world no 19 Sebastian Baez

Sumit Nagal went down 6-7 (7) 3-6 against Argentina's Sebastian Baez.

India's Sumit Nagal reacts after a point.(AFP)

Published on May 20, 2024 02:34 PM IST

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Emma Raducanu withdraws from French Open qualifying to focus on grass season

Emma Raducanu entered the tournament using her protected 103 ranking but she remains three spots outside the main draw and she was overlooked for a wild card.

Britain's Emma Raducanu during a practice session(Action Images via Reuters)

Published on May 20, 2024 02:14 PM IST

PTI |

Zverev wins Italian Open title, sets himself up as contender in Paris

It's been a long road of recovery for the Zverev after tearing three ligaments in his right ankle during the 2022 French Open semifinals against Rafael Nadal.

Germany's Alexander Zverev poses with the trophy after winning the Men's final against Chile's Nicolas Jarry at the ATP Rome Open tennis tournament at Foro Italico in Rome on May 19, 2024(AFP)

Published on May 20, 2024 07:20 AM IST

AP |

Iga Swiatek to face Aryna Sabalenka for Rome title and Serena record

Poland's Swiatek, a four-time Grand Slam title winner, defeated third seed Gauff for the 10th time in 11 encounters

Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates after winning against USA's Coco Gauff at the Women's WTA Rome Open(AFP)

Published on May 17, 2024 08:14 AM IST

AFP |

Swiatek on course for Madrid-Rome double; facing Keys in the quarters

It was a ninth straight win for Swiatek, and the two-time Rome champion will next face Madison Keys after the American player eased past Sorana Cirstea 6-2, 6-1

Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates after winning the match against Germany's Angelique Kerber(AFP)

Published on May 14, 2024 06:59 AM IST

AP |

Djokovic suffers shock Italian Open elimination with 2-6, 3-6 loss to Tabilo

It was Novak Djokovic’s first match since accidentally getting knocked on the head by a water bottle while signing autographs after his opening win on Friday.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during a match against Chile's Alejandro Tabilo at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Sunday, May 12(AP)

Updated on May 12, 2024 08:57 PM IST

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Rafael Nadal falls to Hubert Hurkacz in Italian Open second round

Defeat to seventh seed Hurkacz casts doubt over whether clay-court icon Rafael Nadal will play at the upcoming French Open, where he has won a record 14 titles.

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves to the fans and walks off the court after losing his round of 64 match against Poland's Hubert Hurkacz(REUTERS)

Published on May 11, 2024 07:08 PM IST

AFP |

Novak Djokovic 'fine' after bottle strike drama at Rome Open

Djokovic was left crouched on the ground in agony as the bottle struck him on the back of the head as he greeted fans on centre court at the Foro Italico

Published on May 11, 2024 04:10 PM IST

AFP |

Djokovic hit on the head by bottle, left with some blood after Italian Open win

Novak Djokovic was accidentally hit on his head by a fan's water bottle after his Italian Open win, on Friday.

Novak Djokovic gets hit by a water bottle.

Published on May 11, 2024 11:43 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Nadal shows he's not ready for retirement in a comeback win at Italian Open

The Spaniard rallied for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory before an adoring crowd in what will likely be his final tournament at the Foro Italico.

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates after beating Belgium's Zizou Bergs at the Italian Open tennis tournament, in Rome(AP)

Published on May 09, 2024 09:37 PM IST

AP |

Naomi Osaka wins in Rome after three-year absence

Former world number one Osaka came through against her 45th-ranked French opponent 7-6 (7/2), 6-1.

Japan's Naomi Osaka celebrates after winning her round of 128 match against France's Clara Burel(REUTERS)

Published on May 08, 2024 10:24 PM IST

AFP |

Nadal's clay game is rounding into form just in time for French Open

The 37-year-old Nadal, who has indicated that this will be his final year on tour, has played only nine matches this year

Spain's Rafael Nadal during practice(REUTERS)

Published on May 08, 2024 07:53 PM IST

PTI |

Swiatek saves 3 match points to beat Sabalenka in Madrid Open final

The top-ranked Swiatek beat No. 2 Sabalenka 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (7) for her third title of the season.

Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates with the trophy after winning her final match against Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka(REUTERS)

Published on May 05, 2024 10:46 AM IST

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Does Rafael Nadal stand a chance to beat in-form Alexander Zverev Zverev on Monday in French Open round one tie?

The 22-time Grand Slam champion, Rafael Nadal, unseeded in Paris, is all set to face Alexander Zverev in round one of 2024 French Open

It was the Spaniard's first win since coming back from the right forearm injury that sidelined him for almost a month.

Rafael Nadal appeared unperturbed ahead of his French Open 2024 blockbuster opener vs Alexander Zverev.

Overall, Rafael Nadal enjoys a dominating 7-3 lead in the head-to-head record against Alexander Zverev

All eyes will be on Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek as the French Open 2024 begins on Sunday. Here are the live streaming details.

Alcaraz, the reigning Wimbledon champion, begins his campaign against J.J. Wolf of the United States, a lucky loser from qualifying.

With 14-time champion Nadal and Djokovic finally slowing down, many contenders bid to cash in at the French Open.

Rafael Nadal isn't quite ready to say goodbye to the most "magical place" in his career.

Sumit Nagal has been handed a tough opening match at the Roland Garros, where he will be up against World No.18 Karen Khachanov

Djokovic's record in 2024 dropped to 14-6 overall and 0-3 in semifinals, including at the Australian Open against Jannik Sinner.

The world no.1 will bid to become the first woman to walk away with three straight French Open titles since Henin in 2007

The two ageing giants, with 46 Grand Slam triumphs between them, have zero titles this season.

The 2024 French Open could possibly be Rafael Nadal's final Grand Slam appearance of his career.

Iga Swiatek, who is gunning for a record fourth title on Parisian clay, also has reigning US Open winner Coco Gauff in the same half of the draw.

French Open 2024 draws Live Streaming: Here is all you need to know about the men's and women's singles draw of French Open 2024

Sumit Nagal is set for his Wimbledon debut as the tennis ace has punched his tickets for the main draw of the Grand Slam event.

Sumit Nagal went down 6-7 (7) 3-6 against Argentina's Sebastian Baez.

Emma Raducanu entered the tournament using her protected 103 ranking but she remains three spots outside the main draw and she was overlooked for a wild card.

It's been a long road of recovery for the Zverev after tearing three ligaments in his right ankle during the 2022 French Open semifinals against Rafael Nadal.

Poland's Swiatek, a four-time Grand Slam title winner, defeated third seed Gauff for the 10th time in 11 encounters

It was a ninth straight win for Swiatek, and the two-time Rome champion will next face Madison Keys after the American player eased past Sorana Cirstea 6-2, 6-1

It was Novak Djokovic’s first match since accidentally getting knocked on the head by a water bottle while signing autographs after his opening win on Friday.

Defeat to seventh seed Hurkacz casts doubt over whether clay-court icon Rafael Nadal will play at the upcoming French Open, where he has won a record 14 titles.

Djokovic was left crouched on the ground in agony as the bottle struck him on the back of the head as he greeted fans on centre court at the Foro Italico

Novak Djokovic was accidentally hit on his head by a fan's water bottle after his Italian Open win, on Friday.

The Spaniard rallied for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory before an adoring crowd in what will likely be his final tournament at the Foro Italico.

Former world number one Osaka came through against her 45th-ranked French opponent 7-6 (7/2), 6-1.

The 37-year-old Nadal, who has indicated that this will be his final year on tour, has played only nine matches this year

The top-ranked Swiatek beat No. 2 Sabalenka 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (7) for her third title of the season.

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